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Strangulation Clothing, textiles and fashion items Serious risk

Unknown was recalled on 6 March 2015 under EU Safety Gate alert A12/0284/15. Strangulation risk reported by Hungary. The product has a drawstring placed in the hood with free ends that may cause strangulation to children.

Photo of recalled product: Unknown
Alert NumberA12/0284/15
BrandHeavy Tools
CategoryClothing, textiles and fashion items
Risk TypeStrangulation
Notifying CountryHungary
Country of OriginPeople's Republic of China
Model NumberW14-453
Published6 March 2015

Risk Description

The product has a drawstring placed in the hood with free ends that may cause strangulation to children.The product does not comply with the relevant European standard EN 14682.

Measures Taken

Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: OtherCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal of the product from the marketDate of entry into force: UnknownType of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: OtherCategory of measure(s): Recall of the product from end usersDate of entry into force: 11/12/2014

Product Description

Light grey children’s sweatshirt with hood and kangaroo pocket. The product is decorated with a black inscription: "Keep Calm & Shine on HtLS".Size: 122-164

🚫 What Should You Do?

This recall involves a strangulation hazard related to Unknown.

About this risk

This product contains cords, strings, loops, or other elements that can wrap around a child's neck and cause strangulation.

Recommended action

Remove the product from the child's environment immediately. Cut any cords or strings if they cannot be safely removed. Never leave children unsupervised with products that have loose cords.

Who is at risk?

Infants and young children are at the highest risk of strangulation from cords, strings, and loops.

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