CPSC recall 08-357, announced August 6, 2008, covers Request Jeans Drawstring Hoodies (about 1,200 units). The hoodies 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 garment to either the place of purchase or to Request Jeans to receive a refund. Recall contact: call (212) 302-0077.
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Which products are included?
This recall involves the short sleeve hoodie (Item number 11188SG) and the long sleeve hoodie (Item number 11218LG). The short sleeve hoodie has "Request" printed all over and was sold in olive green and light blue. The long sleeve hoodie has a butterfly design on the back of the hoodie and on the chest and was sold in white and olive green.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The hoodies 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 garment to either the place of purchase or to Request Jeans to receive a refund.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Request Jeans
- Manufacturer
- Request Jeans, of New York, N.Y.
- Product type
- Clothing & outerwear
- Recall number
- 08-357
- Units
- About 1,200
- Manufactured in
- China
- Sold at / sales period
- Mass merchandisers and other retail stores nationwide from January 2007 through March 2007 for about $36.
Drawstring Hoodies
CPSC product type: Clothing (Children)
Recall contact information
For additional information, contact Request Jeans collect at (212) 302-0077 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET, Monday through Friday.
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