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Entrapment / StrangulationMay 13, 2010CPSC #10232

Junk Food Clothing Co. Recalls Children's Hooded Sweatshirts with Drawstrings Due to Strangulation Hazard

Product
Clothing & Apparel
Units affected
24,000
Remedy
refund

What was recalled

This recall involves all children's pullover and zippered hooded sweat shirts with drawstrings sold under the "Junk Food" brand name. These sweatshirts were sold in a variety of print designs and in children's sizes small, medium, large and extra-large. The "Junk Food" logo is sewn into the neck of the garment.

Hazard

The hooded sweatshirts have a drawstring at the neck which can pose a strangulation hazard to children.

Injuries

None reported.

Made in

China

Where it was sold

  • Department stores and retail outlets nationwide between June 2006 and August 2009 for about $35.

Photos

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