Recalls / 2008-09-02
Hooded Sweaters Recalled by Empress Arts; Children Can Strangle on Drawstrings
08383 · Recalled 2008-09-02 · CPSC page
Description
The cotton knit sweaters are cream colored with a blue stripe at the wrists and waist, a blue ball on the hood, and blue buttons. There is a drawstring through the hood with pom-poms at the ends. The sweaters were sold in children's size 2T under the brand name "Empress Arts." "Empress Baby" is sewn into the sweater's tag.
Hazards
The sweaters have drawstrings through the hood. Children can get entangled in the drawstrings, which can catch on playground equipment, fences or tree branches.
Reported injuries
None reported.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately remove the drawstrings from the sweaters to eliminate the hazard.
Products
| Name | Model | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Children's Hooded Sweaters | About 130 |
Parties
- Manufacturer
- Empress Arts Ltd.
- Made in
- China
- Sold at
- Specialty children's from August 2006 through April 2008 for between $28, $45.
Consumer contact
For additional information, contact Empress Arts collect at (323) 780-8181 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday or visit the firm's Web site at www.empressarts.com
Source: CPSC recall 08383. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.