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Gama 2000 children's sweatshirt — strangulation risk

EU Safety GateSerious riskStrangulationFeb 6, 2009

Hazard

The product poses a risk of strangulation due to the presence of cords in the hood area. The product does not comply with the relevant European standard EN 14682, according to which garments intended for young children aged from birth to age 7 years shall not be designed, manufactured or supplied with drawstrings, functional cords or decorative cords in the hood or neck area.

Measures taken

  • Withdrawal from the market and information to consumers by the distributor ordered by the authorities — Other

Product description

A child’s sweatshirt with a hood, drawstrings, inscription on the front “Barbie” and a printed pattern in the shape of a flower with sequins. A label is attached containing information about the producer, composition: 97% cotton, 3% elastane. The product is sold in transparent packaging.

What should I do?

If you own this product, stop using it and check the official notice for what the seller or authority advises (return, refund, repair or disposal). Measures listed here were reported by national authorities to the EU Safety Gate system.

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