CPSC recall 08-266, announced May 15, 2008, covers Maran Squeeze Kids Girl's Corduroy Jackets (about 6,000 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 from the sweatshirts to eliminate the hazard, or return the garments to the place where purchased or to Maran Inc. to receive a refund. Recall contact: call (866) 431-5698, or go to www.Sqz.com.
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"Squeeze Kids" and style number 4JZ642FK are printed on the care label sewn into the back collar area of the garment.
Which products are included?
The recalled garments are brown corduroy jackets with a pink hood and pink sequins on the front pockets. "Squeeze Kids" and style number 4JZ642FK are printed on the care label sewn into the back collar area of the garment. The sweatshirts were sold in girls' sizes small (7/8), medium (10), large (12/14) and x-large (16).
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 from the sweatshirts to eliminate the hazard, or return the garments to the place where purchased or to Maran Inc. to receive a refund.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Maran
- Product type
- Clothing & outerwear
- Recall number
- 08-266
- Units
- About 6,000
- Manufactured in
- United States
- Sold at / sales period
- TJ Maxx retail stores nationwide during January 2007 for about $13.
- Distributor
- Maran Inc., of North Bergen, N.J.
Squeeze Kids Girl's Corduroy Jackets
CPSC product type: Clothing (Children)
Recall contact information
For additional information, contact Maran Inc. toll-free at (866) 431-5698 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.Sqz.com
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