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Entrapment / StrangulationJanuary 13, 2011CPSC #11098

Alpha Industries Recalls Children's Hooded Sweatshirts with Drawstrings Due to Strangulation Hazard

Product
Clothing & Apparel
Units affected
900
Remedy
refund

What was recalled

This recall involves children's hooded, zippered sweatshirts with drawstrings through the hood. The cotton sweatshirts are olive green with an eagle on the front and the words "Hero by Choice" and "Alpha." They were sold in sizes 2T, 3T, 4T, 5, 6, 7, 8 and 10/12. "Alpha Industries" and "RN#35569" are printed on a label sewn into the neck of the sweatshirts.

Hazard

The hooded sweatshirts have drawstrings through the hoods which can pose a strangulation or entrapment hazard to children.

Injuries

None reported

Made in

China

Where it was sold

  • Department stores and juvenile product stores nationwide from August 2009 through February 2010 for between $28 and $42.

Photos

Recalled jacket
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