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JB Inc. Recalls Lili Gaufrette Children's Hooded Cardigans with Drawstrings Due to Strangulation ...

CPSC Recall #11-713 — January 5, 2011

Recall #11-713 Date: January 5, 2011 Remedy: Refund

Description

"The cardigans have a drawstring through the hood, which can pose a strangulation hazard to young children."

Hazard

"The cardigans have a drawstring through the hood, which can pose a strangulation hazard to young children. In February 1996, CPSC issued guidelines (which were incorporated into an industry voluntary standard in 1997) to help prevent children from strangling or getting entangled at the neck and waist by drawstrings in upper garments, such as jackets and sweatshirts."

Incidents / Injuries

None reported.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately remove the drawstrings from the cardigans to eliminate the hazard or return the product to JB Inc. for a full refund.

Units Affected

About 16

Sold At

"Patty Cake in Nashville, TN, as part of a 3 piece set for about $300.00, and Shaindy's Children's Wear in Monsey, N.Y. as a cardigan for about $60.00 from September 2008 to February 2010."

Manufacturer

"Jean Bourget Inc., of New York, N.Y."

Manufactured In

France

What Should You Do?

Stop using this product immediately. Check if you purchased it and follow the remedy instructions — contact the manufacturer for a Refund. If you experienced an injury, report it to the CPSC SaferProducts.gov.

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