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Unknown was recalled on 21 September 2012 under EU Safety Gate alert A12/1406/12. Injuries, Strangulation risk reported by Hungary. The product poses a serious risk of strangulation due to the presenceof drawstrings in the hood.
| Alert Number | A12/1406/12 |
| Brand | UNION STAR |
| Category | Clothing, textiles and fashion items |
| Risk Type | Injuries, Strangulation |
| Notifying Country | Hungary |
| Country of Origin | Unknown |
| Published | 21 September 2012 |
Risk Description
The product poses a serious risk of strangulation due to the presenceof drawstrings in the hood. The drawstring is made out of rubber and if the child pulls it the toggles may spring back into the face causing eye and face injuries.The product does not comply with the relevant European standard EN 14682
Product Description
Light blue coloured outfit for children, consisting of trousers and sweatshirt with hood and zip-fastener. The hood of the sweatshirt includes an unfixed, elastic drawstring with plastic toggles on the ends. The product is decorated with inscriptions: “UNION STAR”. Size: 110
⚠️ 🚫 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a injuries, strangulation hazard related to Unknown.
About this risk
Injuries: This product has a design or manufacturing defect that can cause physical injuries such as cuts, bruises, fractures, or other bodily harm during normal use. Strangulation: This product contains cords, strings, loops, or other elements that can wrap around a child's neck and cause strangulation.
Recommended action
Injuries: Stop using the product immediately. Check yourself and family members for any injuries. Store the product safely out of reach and contact the retailer or manufacturer for a replacement or refund. Strangulation: 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?
All users, particularly children and elderly people who may be more vulnerable to injury. Infants and young children are at the highest risk of strangulation from cords, strings, and loops.