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Entrapment / StrangulationNovember 25, 2009CPSC #10050

Children's Hooded Sweatshirts with Drawstrings Recalled by Allura Imports Due to Strangulation Hazard

Product
Clothing & Apparel
Units affected
3,700
Remedy
refund

What was recalled

This recall involves girl's velour hooded sweatshirts with a zip front. The sweatshirts were sold as a part of a 2-piece set. "Major Diva" is printed on the front of the sweatshirts. The tag on the inside of the sweatshirts reads, "2b REAL." The sweatshirts were sold in hot pink, light pink, ivory and khaki, and in sizes 4, 5/6 and 6X.

Hazard

The sweatshirts have a drawstring through the hood, which can pose a strangulation hazard to young children.

Injuries

None reported.

Made in

China

Where it was sold

  • Burlington Coat Factory stores nationwide from October 2008 through July 2009 for about $11.

Photos

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