CPSC recall 09-047, announced November 19, 2008, covers R&D International Young Colors Children's Hooded Jackets (about 1,500 units). The jackets have drawstrings through the hood and at the waist. The notice reports no incidents. Consumers should immediately remove the drawstrings from the jacket to eliminate the safety hazard. Recall contact: call (719) 539-3812, or go to www.youngcolors.com.
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Which products are included?
The cotton knit and woven hooded jackets have a drawstring through the hood and waist. They were sold in sizes 12 months through size 10 in a variety of solid colors and prints. "Young Colors" is sewn into the jacket tag located at the neck.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The jackets have drawstrings through the hood and at the waist. Children can get entangled in the drawstrings that can catch on playground equipment, fences or tree branches.
Incidents and injuries
None reported.
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately remove the drawstrings from the jacket to eliminate the safety hazard.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- R&D International
- Product type
- Clothing & outerwear
- Recall number
- 09-047
- Units
- About 1,500
- Manufactured in
- Peru, Indonesia
- Sold at / sales period
- Specialty children's stores nationwide from April 2004 through September 2007 for about $45.
- Importer
- R&D International Inc., of Salida, Colo.
Young Colors Children's Hooded Jackets
CPSC product type: Clothing (Children)
Recall contact information
For additional information, contact R&D International Inc. collect at (719) 539-3812 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. MT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site www.youngcolors.com
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