CPSC recall 08-146, announced December 21, 2007, covers Liberty Apparel Jewel brand girls' hooded sweatshirts (about 12,000 units). The garments have a drawstring through the hood, which can pose a strangulation hazard to children. The notice reports no incidents. Consumers should immediately remove the drawstrings to eliminate the hazard or return the sweatshirts to either the place of purchase or Liberty Apparel for a full refund. Recall contact: call (212) 768-3030.
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Which products are included?
The Jewel brand girls' zippered hoodie sweatshirts have various designs on the front, and were sold in two styles: the "Big Heart" zip-up long sleeve hoodie sweatshirts (style #J2173k/sk) in black, light pink and purple colors, and the "Small Stars" long sleeve hoodie jacket sweatshirts (style #J2174k/sk) in green, khaki, navy and orange colors. Both styles were sold in small, medium, large, extra-large sizes.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The garments have a drawstring through the hood, which can pose a strangulation hazard to children.
Incidents and injuries
None reported.
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately remove the drawstrings to eliminate the hazard or return the sweatshirts to either the place of purchase or Liberty Apparel for a full refund.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Liberty Apparel
- Product type
- Clothing & outerwear
- Recall number
- 08-146
- Units
- About 12,000
- Manufactured in
- India
- Sold at / sales period
- Marshalls and other specialty children's clothing retailers nationwide from August 2007 through November 2007 for about $10.
- Distributor
- Liberty Apparel Co. Inc., of New York, N.Y.
Jewel brand girls' hooded sweatshirts
CPSC product type: Clothing (Children)
Recall contact information
For additional information, call Liberty Apparel Co. collect at (212) 768-3030 between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. ET Monday through Friday.
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