CPSC recall 09-154, announced March 12, 2009, covers Seattle Cotton Works Hooded sweatshirts (about 40,000 units). The sweatshirts have a drawstring through the hood that 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 call Seattle Cotton Works to arrange for a full refund. Recall contact: call (800) 533-8922, or go to www.seattlecottonrecall.com.
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The CPSC data does not provide a discrete model-number list for this record. Compare the product description and identification details on the official notice.
Which products are included?
The hooded, long sleeve sweatshirts have full-length zippers and drawstrings along the neck line. The products are sold under the Seattle Cotton Works brand in six different designs. The styles are set forth in the image below. The name, "Seattle Cotton Works" appears along the inside neck line.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The sweatshirts have a drawstring through the hood that 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 call Seattle Cotton Works to arrange for a full refund.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Seattle Cotton Works
- Product type
- Clothing & outerwear
- Recall number
- 09-154
- Units
- About 40,000
- Manufactured in
- Pakistan
- Sold at / sales period
- Kohl's Department Stores nationwide from January 2009 through February 2009 for about $17.
- Distributor
- Seattle Cotton Works, LLC, of Bellevue, Wash.
Hooded sweatshirts
CPSC product type: Clothing (Children)
Recall contact information
For additional information or assistance returning a product contact Seattle Cotton Works at (800) 533-8922 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or online at www.seattlecottonrecall.com
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