CPSC recall 10-054, announced December 3, 2009, covers NTD Apparel Hello Kitty Zip Up Hoodie Sweatshirts (1200 units). The sweatshirts 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 NTD Apparel for a full refund. Recall contact: call (866) 317-3974.
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NTD APPAREL, D1592H7273, RN#116180 is printed on the neck label and care label.
Which products are included?
The "Hello Kitty" hoodie has an appliqué on the right chest and screenprint on left chest and left sleeve. They were sold in black with silver lining and in sizes 2T, 3T, 4, 5, 6 and 6X. NTD APPAREL, D1592H7273, RN#116180 is printed on the neck label and care label.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The sweatshirts 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 NTD Apparel for a full refund.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- NTD Apparel
- Product type
- Clothing & outerwear
- Recall number
- 10-054
- Units
- 1200
- Manufactured in
- China
- Sold at / sales period
- Macy's and Dillard's department stores nationwide from November 2008 through December 2008 for $36.
- Distributor
- NTD Apparel, of Los Angeles, Calif.
Hello Kitty Zip Up Hoodie Sweatshirts
CPSC product type: Clothing (Children)
Recall contact information
For additional information, contact NTD Apparel toll-free at (866) 317-3974 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday.
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