Waistcoat for children
Waistcoat for children was recalled on 18 July 2008 under EU Safety Gate alert 0775/08. Injuries, Strangulation risk reported by Hungary. The product poses a risk of:- strangulation due to the presence of the rubber drawstring and toggles in the hood area.
| Alert Number | 0775/08 |
| Brand | LYDIA |
| Category | Clothing, textiles and fashion items |
| Risk Type | Injuries, Strangulation |
| Notifying Country | Hungary |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Published | 18 July 2008 |
Risk Description
The product poses a risk of:- strangulation due to the presence of the rubber drawstring and toggles in the hood area.- injuries to the eye or face of children when pulling the drawstring firmly and releasing the toggles. 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 from the market and recall from consumers ordered by the authorities.Date of entry into force: Unknown
⚠️ 🚫 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a injuries, strangulation hazard related to Waistcoat for children.
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.