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Children's Hooded Sweatshirts with Drawstrings Recalled by Request Jeans Due to Strangulation HazardDate: 8/7/2008
Reason: The hoodies have a drawstring through the hood which can pose a strangulation hazard to children.
Distribution: Nationwide
WASHINGTON , D.C. - The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed.
Name of Product: Drawstring Hoodies Units: About 1,200 Manufacturer: Request Jeans, of New York, N.Y. Hazard: The hoodies have a drawstring through the hood which can pose a strangulation hazard to children. In February 1996, CPSC issued guidelines (pdf) to help prevent children from strangling or getting entangled on the neck and waist by drawstrings in upper garments, such as jackets and sweatshirts. Incidents/Injuries: None reported. Description: This recall involves the short sleeve hoodie (Item number 11188SG) and the Long sleeve hoodie (Item number 11218LG). The short sleeve hoodie has "Request" printed all over and was sold in olive green and light blue. The long sleeve hoodie has a butterfly design on the back of the hoodie and on the chest and was sold in white and olive green. Sold at: Mass merchandisers and other retail stores nationwide from January 2007 through March 2007 for about $36. Manufactured in: China Remedy: Consumers should immediately remove the drawstrings from the sweatshirts to eliminate the hazard, or return the garment to either the place of purchase or to Request Jeans to receive a refund. Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Request Jeans collect at (212) 302-0077 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET, Monday through Friday. Other Child Safety Recalls and Alerts of InterestDate: 11/21/2008 Reason: The rechargeable batteries in the radios can leak electrolyte, posing a chemical burn hazard to consumers. Distribution: Nationwide Date: 11/21/2008 Reason: The weld on the right side of the swing arm can fail, causing the rider to lose control and crash. This could pose a risk of injury or death to riders. Distribution: Nationwide Date: 11/6/2008 Reason: The recalled necklaces contain high levels of lead. Lead is toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health effects. Distribution: Nationwide Date: 10/27/2008 Reason: Reports were received that a small percentage of babies and infants have developed rashes on the upper back after wearing Carter’s clothing with heat-transferred, or “tag-less,” labels. Distribution: Nationwide Date: 12/19/2008 Reason: The recalled jewelry contains high levels of lead. Lead is toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health effects. Distribution: Nationwide Date: 11/21/2008 Reason: Strangulations can occur when a child places his/her neck in an exposed inner cord on the backside of the roman blinds. Distribution: Nationwide |
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