CPSC recall 10-142, announced February 18, 2010, covers Weeplay Kids Hooded Sweatshirts with Drawstrings (about 11,800 units). The sweatshirts have drawstrings through the hood which poses a strangulation hazard to children. The notice reports no incidents. Consumers should immediately remove the drawstrings to eliminate the hazard. Recall contact: call (800) 505-0490, or go to www.weeplaykids.com.
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Which products are included?
This recall involves girl's sweatshirts sold under the Candy Queen and Akademiks brand names. Sweatshirts included in this recall have style numbers Q37519, A22090, A393343-3, A79405-226 and A79462-1. The sweatshirts were sold in sizes 2T through 16.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The sweatshirts have drawstrings through the hood which poses a strangulation hazard to children.
Incidents and injuries
None reported.
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately remove the drawstrings to eliminate the hazard. Consumers can return the garment to Weeplay Kids or the place of purchase for a full refund.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Weeplay Kids
- Product type
- Clothing & outerwear
- Recall number
- 10-142
- Units
- About 11,800
- Manufactured in
- China, Pakistan
- Sold at / sales period
- Small retail stores nationwide from February 2008 through November 2008 for between $5 and $22.
- Distributor
- Weeplay Kids LLC, of New York, N.Y.
Hooded Sweatshirts with Drawstrings
CPSC product type: Clothing (Children)
Recall contact information
For additional information, contact Weeplay Kids at (800) 505-0490 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.weeplaykids.com
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