Boys' Hooded Sweatshirts with Drawstrings Recalled by Scope Apparel Due to Strangulation Hazard
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2007-12-06). Hazards: strangulation. About 72,000 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 08121 |
| Published | 2007-12-06 |
| Last updated | 2014-05-23 |
| Product category | Clothing (Children) |
| Products | Boys' hooded sweatshirts |
| Firm named in the title | Scope Apparel |
| Firms | Scope Apparel L.P., of Houston, Texas (distributor) |
| Manufactured in | Bangladesh, China, India, Pakistan |
| Units (US) | 72,000 |
| Hazard classes | strangulation |
| Remedy classes | refund |
| Sold | Mass merchandise and specialty children's clothing retailers nationwide from August 2007 through November 2007 for between $20 and $40. |
Description
The boys' small and medium sized hooded zip-up sweatshirts have various designs on the front, and were sold in charcoal, navy blue and brown colors. "Whatever" and "RN#39209" are printed on the tag sewn into the jacket.
Hazard
The garments have a drawstring through the hood which can pose a strangulation hazard to children.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately remove the drawstrings to eliminate the hazard, or return the sweatshirts for a full refund to either the place of purchase or Scope Apparel.
Incidents and injuries
None reported.
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