Children's hooded sweatshirts with drawstrings
CPSC Recall #10-232 — May 12, 2010
Product
Children's hooded sweatshirts with drawstrings
Description
This recall involves all children's pullover and zippered hooded sweat shirts with drawstrings sold under the "Junk Food" brand name. These sweatshirts were sold in a variety of print designs and in children's sizes small, medium, large and extra-large. The "Junk Food" logo is sewn into the neck of the garment.
Hazard
The hooded sweatshirts have a drawstring at the neck which can pose a strangulation hazard to 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 on the neck and waist drawstrings in upper garments, such as jackets and sweatshirts.
Incidents / Injuries
None reported.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately remove the drawstrings from the sweatshirts to eliminate the hazard. Consumers can also return the product to the store where purchase for a refund.
Units Affected
About 24,000
Sold At
Department stores and retail outlets nationwide between June 2006 and August 2009 for about $35.
Importer
Junk Food Clothing Co., of Los Angeles, Calif.
Manufactured In
China