CPSC, Target Corp. Announce Recall of Men's Sweatshirts
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2002-11-19). Hazards: fire, burn, non compliance. About 6,000 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 03040 |
| Published | 2002-11-19 |
| Last updated | 2025-05-06 |
| Product category | Clothing (Adults) |
| Products | Men's Sweatshirts |
| Firm named in the title | Target Corp. |
| Firms | Trends Clothing Corp., of Miami, Fla. (manufacturer); Target Corp., of Minneapolis, Minn. (distributor) |
| Manufactured in | China |
| Units (US) | 6,000 |
| Hazard classes | fire, burn, non compliance |
| Remedy classes | refund, stop use |
| Sold | Target Stores nationwide sold the sweatshirts, from August 2002 through September 2002, for about $25. |
Description
The recall involves Physical Science-brand, heather-gray, hooded sweatshirts with a full-zippered front and "P87" embroidered on the left chest. The sweatshirts come in sizes small through XXL, and have two sewn-in labels: one reads "PHYS.SCI" and the other reads "65% COTTON," "35% POLYESTER," "RN 17730," MADE IN CHINA" and "SEE REVERSE FOR CARE." This recall does not include any other "PHYS.SCI" brand garments.
Hazard
The fleece fabric on the inside of these sweatshirts fails to meet federal mandatory standards of fabric flammability, because it can ignite readily if exposed to flame, and therefore presents a serious risk of burn injuries, in violation of the Federal Flammable Fabrics Act.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop wearing these sweatshirts and return them to the store where purchased, for a full refund.
Incidents and injuries
CPSC and Target are not aware of any injuries involving these sweatshirts. This recall is being conducted to prevent the possibility of injuries.
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