Children's Hooded Jackets with Drawstrings Recalled by EMH Associates Due to Entrapment Hazard
Hooded jackets
Date of Recall
2009-07-16CPSC Release Number
09-278Manufactured In
ChinaCompany Phone Number
(212) 575-4311Units
About 4,400Distributor
EMH Associates Inc., of New York, N.Y.Sold By
Meijers Stores nationwide in July 2008 for about $15.Problem/Hazard
The jackets have a drawstring around the waist which can pose an entrapment hazard to children. In February 1996, CPSC issued guidelines (pdf) to help prevent children from strangling or getting entangled on the neck and waist drawstrings in upper garments, such as jackets or sweatshirts.Injuries/Incidents
None reported.Description
The recalled children's jackets were sold in sizes 7/8 through 16 and have RN number 115036 and style numbers WD36687 or WD36689, which is located on the care label of all garments. The jackets come in turquoise and brown plaid, pink, and orange and brown plaid.Remedy
Consumers should immediately remove the drawstrings from the sweatshirts to eliminate the hazard, or return the garment to either the place of purchase or to EMH Associates Inc. for a full refund.Consumer Contact
For additional information contact EMH Associates collect at (212) 575-4311 between 9:30 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit the firm’s Web site at www.meijer.comRecall Comments
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