Maran Inc. Children's Hooded Jackets with Drawstrings Recalled Due to Strangulation Hazard; Sold Exclusively at TJ Maxx

Squeeze Kids Girl's Corduroy Jackets

Date of Recall

2008-05-15

CPSC Release Number

08-266

Manufactured In

USA

Company Phone Number

(866) 431-5698

Units

About 6,000

Distributor

Maran Inc., of North Bergen, N.J.

Sold By

TJ Maxx retail stores nationwide during January 2007 for about $13.

Problem/Hazard

The garments have a drawstring through the hood, which can pose a strangulation 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 and sweatshirts.

Injuries/Incidents

None reported.

Description

The recalled garments are brown corduroy jackets with a pink hood and pink sequins on the front pockets. “Squeeze Kids” and style number 4JZ642FK are printed on the care label sewn into the back collar area of the garment. The sweatshirts were sold in girls’ sizes small (7/8), medium (10), large (12/14) and x-large (16).

Remedy

Consumers should immediately remove the drawstrings from the sweatshirts to eliminate the hazard, or return the garments to the place where purchased or to Maran Inc. to receive a refund.

Consumer Contact

For additional information, contact Maran Inc. toll-free at (866) 431-5698 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm’s Web site at www.Sqz.com

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