Jordache Ltd. Recalls Youth Hooded Sweatshirt with Drawstring for Strangulation Hazard

"U.S. Polo Association" Youth Hooded Sweatshirts with Drawstring

Date of Recall

2006-03-15

CPSC Release Number

06-113

Manufactured In

China

Company Phone Number

(888) 295-3267

Units

About 30,000

Manufacturer

Jordache Ltd., of New York, N.Y.

Sold By

JC Penney stores nationwide from September 2005 through December 2005 for about $40.

Problem/Hazard

The garments have a drawstring through the hood, posing a strangulation hazard to children. In February 1996, CPSC issued guidelines to help prevent children from strangling or getting entangled on the neck and waist by drawstrings in upper garments, such as jackets and sweatshirts.

Injuries/Incidents

None reported.

Description

The recalled youth hooded fleece garments have drawstrings. They were sold in a variety of colors and have "U.S. Polo Assn." written on them. A sewn-in tag also reads, "U.S. Polo Assn". The style number for these garments is 12-5169.

Remedy

Consumers should remove or cut the drawstrings to eliminate the hazard, or return the garment to the store where purchased for a refund.

Consumer Contact

For additional information, contact Jordache Ltd. toll-free at (888) 295-3267 between 8:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit JC Penney's Web site at http://www.jcpenney.com or e-mail the firm at [email protected]

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