CPSC recall 06-113, announced March 15, 2006, covers Jordache U.S. Polo Association Youth Hooded Sweatshirts with Drawstring (about 30,000 units). The garments have a drawstring through the hood, posing a strangulation hazard to children. The notice reports no incidents. Consumers should remove or cut the drawstrings to eliminate the hazard, or return the garment to the store where purchased for a refund. Recall contact: call (888) 295-3267, go to www.jcpenney.com, or email bpalmer@jeans-wear.com.
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The CPSC data does not provide a discrete model-number list for this record. Compare the product description and identification details on the official notice.
Which products are included?
The recalled youth hooded fleece garments have drawstrings. They were sold in a variety of colors and have "U.S. Polo Assn." written on them. A sewn-in tag also reads, "U.S. Polo Assn". The style number for these garments is 12-5169.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The garments have a drawstring through the hood, posing a strangulation hazard to children.
Incidents and injuries
None reported.
Official remedy
Consumers should remove or cut the drawstrings to eliminate the hazard, or return the garment to the store where purchased for a refund.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Jordache
- Manufacturer
- Jordache Ltd., of New York, N.Y.
- Product type
- Clothing & outerwear
- Recall number
- 06-113
- Units
- About 30,000
- Manufactured in
- China
- Sold at / sales period
- JC Penney stores nationwide from September 2005 through December 2005 for about $40.
U.S. Polo Association Youth Hooded Sweatshirts with Drawstring
CPSC product type: Clothing (Children)
Recall contact information
For additional information, contact Jordache Ltd. toll-free at (888) 295-3267 between 8:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit JC Penney's Web site at http://www.jcpenney.com or e-mail the firm at bpalmer@jeans-wear.com
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