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Entrapment / StrangulationMay 8, 2012CPSC #12168

Girls' Hooded Sweatshirts with Drawstrings Recalled by YMI Jeanswear Due to Strangulation Hazard; Sold Exclusively at dd's Discounts

Brand
Unknown
Product
Clothing & Apparel
Units affected
500
Remedy
refund

What was recalled

This recall involves girls' sweatshirts sold under the brand name "YMI Jeanswear." The sweatshirts have a front zipper and a fur-lined hood with a drawstring stitched to each side. "YMI" is printed on the label at the neck. The sweatshirts were sold in gray, purple, pink and black, with either a snowflake or a flower design on the front and back. A heart charm with "YMI" engraved on it is attached to the zipper. The recalled sweatshirts were sold in children's sizes six through 16.

Hazard

The sweatshirts have drawstrings at the hood that pose a strangulation hazard to children.

Injuries

None reported

Made in

Cambodia

Where it was sold

  • dd's Discounts stores nationwide from December 2011 through January 2012 for about $13.

Photos

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