Junk Food Clothing Co. Recalls Children's Hooded Sweatshirts with Drawstrings Due to Strangulation Hazard
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2010-05-13). Hazards: strangulation. About 24,000 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 10232 |
| Published | 2010-05-13 |
| Last updated | 2014-05-23 |
| Product category | Clothing (Children) |
| Products | Children's hooded sweatshirts with drawstrings |
| Firm named in the title | Junk Food Clothing Co. |
| Firms | Junk Food Clothing Co., of Los Angeles, Calif. (importer) |
| Manufactured in | China |
| Units (US) | 24,000 |
| Hazard classes | strangulation |
| Remedy classes | refund |
| Sold | Department stores and retail outlets nationwide between June 2006 and August 2009 for about $35. |
Description
This recall involves all children's pullover and zippered hooded sweat shirts with drawstrings sold under the "Junk Food" brand name. These sweatshirts were sold in a variety of print designs and in children's sizes small, medium, large and extra-large. The "Junk Food" logo is sewn into the neck of the garment.
Hazard
The hooded sweatshirts have a drawstring at the neck which can pose a strangulation hazard to children.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately remove the drawstrings from the sweatshirts to eliminate the hazard. Consumers can also return the product to the store where purchase for a refund.
Incidents and injuries
None reported.
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