Epic Threads and Greendog Hooded Sweatshirts
CPSC Recall #09-246 — June 16, 2009
Product
Epic Threads and Greendog Hooded Sweatshirts
Description
This recall includes boys and girls Epic Threads sweatshirts and girls Greendog sweaters with nonfunctional ties in numerous styles. The Epic Threads sweatshirts are white, gray, maroon, yellow, blue, green, and black, with images on the front and/or back. The girls Greendog sweaters are brown and gray. Only sizes small and medium are subject to the recall.
Hazard
The sweatshirts have a drawstring sewn at the base of the hood which can pose 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 drawstrings in upper garments, such as jackets or sweatshirts.
Incidents / Injuries
No injuries reported.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately remove the ties from the sweatshirts to eliminate the hazard, or return the garment to any Macy's for a full refund.
Units Affected
About 33,000
Sold At
Macy's stores nationwide from July 2008 through March 2009 for between $32 and $50.
Importer
Macy's Merchandising Group Inc., of New York, N.Y.
Manufactured In
China, India, Malaysia, Sri Lanka, and Indonesia