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Entrapment / StrangulationDecember 21, 2007CPSC #08146

Girls' Hooded Sweatshirts with Drawstrings Recalled by Liberty Apparel Due to Strangulation Hazard

Brand
Unknown
Product
Clothing & Apparel
Units affected
12,000
Remedy
refund

What was recalled

The Jewel brand girls' zippered hoodie sweatshirts have various designs on the front, and were sold in two styles: the "Big Heart" zip-up long sleeve hoodie sweatshirts (style #J2173k/sk) in black, light pink and purple colors, and the "Small Stars" long sleeve hoodie jacket sweatshirts (style #J2174k/sk) in green, khaki, navy and orange colors. Both styles were sold in small, medium, large, extra-large sizes.

Hazard

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

Injuries

None reported.

Made in

India

Where it was sold

  • Marshalls and other specialty children's clothing retailers nationwide from August 2007 through November 2007 for about $10.

Photos

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