Trendset Originals Recalls Girls' Sweaters with Drawstrings Due to Strangulation Hazard
"Who's That Girl!" Sweaters
Date of Recall
2006-04-13CPSC Release Number
06-138Manufactured In
BangladeshCompany Phone Number
(800) 908-8308Units
About 1,700Sold By
Exclusively at Gordman's Department stores nationwide from September 2005 through November 2005 for about $10.Problem/Hazard
A drawstring is threaded through the hood of the garment, 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 girls' hooded sweaters are pink, blue and white and have a label that reads "Who's That Girl!" The R/N number is 48829 printed on the inside neck tag of the garment.Remedy
Consumers can remove the drawstrings to eliminate the hazard or return the hooded drawstring sweater to the store where purchased for a full refund.Consumer Contact
For additional information, contact Trendset at (800) 908-8308 between 9 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit Trendset's Web site at www.trendsetny.com, or e-mail the firm at [email protected]Recall Comments
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