CPSC Recalls

Recalls / 2006-03-15

Jordache Ltd. Recalls Youth Hooded Sweatshirt with Drawstring for Strangulation Hazard

06113 · Recalled 2006-03-15 · CPSC page

Recalled Sweatshirt
Recalled Sweatshirt

Description

The recalled youth hooded fleece garments have drawstrings. They were sold in a variety of colors and have "U.S. Polo Assn." written on them. A sewn-in tag also reads, "U.S. Polo Assn". The style number for these garments is 12-5169.

Hazards

The garments have a drawstring through the hood, posing a strangulation hazard to children.

Reported injuries

None reported.

Remedy

Consumers should remove or cut the drawstrings to eliminate the hazard, or return the garment to the store where purchased for a refund.

Products

NameModelUnits
"U.S. Polo Association" Youth Hooded Sweatshirts with DrawstringAbout 30,000

Parties

Manufacturer
Jordache Ltd.
Made in
China
Sold at
JC Penney from September 2005 through December 2005 for about $40.

Consumer contact

For additional information, contact Jordache Ltd. toll-free at (888) 295-3267 between 8:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit JC Penney's Web site at http://www.jcpenney.com or e-mail the firm at bpalmer@jeans-wear.com

Source: CPSC recall 06113. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.

Jordache Ltd. Recalls Youth Hooded Sweatshirt with Drawstring for Strangulation Hazard · CPSC Consumer Product Recalls