CPSC recall 08-383, announced September 2, 2008, covers Empress Arts Children's Hooded Sweaters (about 130 units). The sweaters have drawstrings through the hood. The notice reports no incidents. Consumers should immediately remove the drawstrings from the sweaters to eliminate the hazard. Recall contact: call (323) 780-8181, or go to www.empressarts.com.
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Which products are included?
The cotton knit sweaters are cream colored with a blue stripe at the wrists and waist, a blue ball on the hood, and blue buttons. There is a drawstring through the hood with pom-poms at the ends. The sweaters were sold in children's size 2T under the brand name "Empress Arts." "Empress Baby" is sewn into the sweater's tag.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The sweaters have drawstrings through the hood. Children can get entangled in the drawstrings, which can catch on playground equipment, fences or tree branches.
Incidents and injuries
None reported.
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately remove the drawstrings from the sweaters to eliminate the hazard.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Empress Arts
- Manufacturer
- Empress Arts Ltd., of Monterey Park, Calif.
- Product type
- Clothing & outerwear
- Recall number
- 08-383
- Units
- About 130
- Manufactured in
- China
- Sold at / sales period
- Specialty children's stores nationwide from August 2006 through April 2008 for between $28 and $45.
Children's Hooded Sweaters
CPSC product type: Clothing (Children)
Recall contact information
For additional information, contact Empress Arts collect at (323) 780-8181 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday or visit the firm's Web site at www.empressarts.com
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