Children's Hooded Sweatshirts with Drawstrings Recalled by NTD Apparel Due to Strangulation Hazard
“Hello Kitty” Zip Up Hoodie Sweatshirts |
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Date of Recall:
Thursday, December 3rd, 2009
CPSC Release Number:
10-054
Manufactured In:
China
Company Phone Number:
(866) 317-3974
Units:
1,200
Distributor:
NTD Apparel, of Los Angeles, Calif.
Sold By:
Macy’s and Dillard’s department stores nationwide from November 2008 through December 2008 for $36.
Problem/Hazard:
The sweatshirts have a drawstring through the hood which can pose a strangulation hazard to children. In February 1996, CPSC issued guidelines (pdf) (which were incorporated into an industry voluntary standard in 1997) 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 "Hello Kitty" hoodie has an appliqu矯n the right chest and screenprint on left chest and left sleeve. They were sold in black with silver lining and in sizes 2T, 3T, 4, 5, 6 and 6X. NTD APPAREL, D1592H7273, RN#116180 is printed on the neck label and care label.
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 NTD Apparel for a full refund.
Consumer Contact:
For additional information, contact NTD Apparel toll-free at (866) 317-3974 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday.
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