Children's Hooded Sweatshirts with Drawstrings Recalled by Polar Bear Gift Shop Due to Strangulation Hazard
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2010-04-26). Hazards: strangulation. About 300 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 10204 |
| Published | 2010-04-26 |
| Last updated | 2014-05-23 |
| Product category | Clothing (Children) |
| Products | Children's hooded sweatshirts with drawstrings |
| Firm named in the title | Polar Bear Gift Shop |
| Firms | Polar Bear Gift Shop, of Anchorage, Alaska (importer) |
| Manufactured in | Mexico |
| Units (US) | 300 |
| Hazard classes | strangulation |
| Remedy classes | refund |
| Sold | Polar Bear Gift Shop in Anchorage, Alaska from February 2008 through August 2009 for about $15. |
Description
This recall involves children's hooded sweatshirts sold in sizes small through extra large. "John Moose" and "Alaska" screen print logos are printed on the front of the yellow sweatshirts. The "Gaxiani" brand name and RN# 55774 are sewn on the neck tag inside of the garment.
Hazard
The sweatshirts have a drawstring through the hood, which can pose a strangulation hazard to children.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately remove the drawstring to eliminate the hazard. Consumers can also return the sweatshirt to Polar Bear Gift Shop for a full refund.
Incidents and injuries
None reported.
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