Recalls / 2008-11-19
Children's Hooded Jackets with Drawstrings Recalled by R&D International Due to Strangulation Hazard
09047 · Recalled 2008-11-19 · CPSC page
Description
The cotton knit and woven hooded jackets have a drawstring through the hood and waist. They were sold in sizes 12 months through size 10 in a variety of solid colors and prints. "Young Colors" is sewn into the jacket tag located at the neck.
Hazards
The jackets have drawstrings through the hood and at the waist. Children can get entangled in the drawstrings that can catch on playground equipment, fences or tree branches.
Reported injuries
None reported.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately remove the drawstrings from the jacket to eliminate the safety hazard.
Products
| Name | Model | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Young Colors Children's Hooded Jackets | About 1,500 |
Parties
- Importer
- R&D International Inc., of Salida, Colo.
- Made in
- Peru, Indonesia
- Sold at
- Specialty children's from April 2004 through September 2007 for about $45.
Consumer contact
For additional information, contact R&D International Inc. collect at (719) 539-3812 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. MT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site www.youngcolors.com
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Source: CPSC recall 09047. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.