CPSC recall 10-216, announced May 4, 2010, covers JD Fine Children's Hooded Velour Sweatshirts with Drawstrings (about 1,700 units). The hooded sweatshirts have a drawstring at the neck which can pose a strangulation hazard to children. The notice reports no incidents. Consumers should immediately remove the drawstrings from the jackets to eliminate the hazard or return the product to the store where purchased for a refund. Recall contact: call (925) 521-3300, or go to www.sweettartgirl.com.
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The sweatshirts were sold in children's sizes XS, S, M and L and the name "Sweet Tart" can be found on the neck label.
Which products are included?
This recall involves hooded sweatshirts sold under the "Sweet Tart" brand name in three styles: G80072873C in navy with rhinestones in the shape of a star; G80072874M in pink with rhinestones in the shape of a peace sign; and G80072875F in gray with rhinestones in the shape of a heart. The sweatshirts were sold in children's sizes XS, S, M and L and the name "Sweet Tart" can be found on the neck label.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The hooded sweatshirts have a drawstring at the neck which can pose a strangulation hazard to children.
Incidents and injuries
None reported.
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately remove the drawstrings from the jackets to eliminate the hazard or return the product to the store where purchased for a refund.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- JD Fine
- Product type
- Clothing & outerwear
- Recall number
- 10-216
- Units
- About 1,700
- Manufactured in
- China
- Sold at / sales period
- Saks Off 5th Avenue outlet stores from July 2009 to April 2010.
- Importer
- JD Fine & Company, of Concord, Calif.
Children's Hooded Velour Sweatshirts with Drawstrings
CPSC product type: Clothing (Children)
Recall contact information
For additional information, contact JD Fine & Company collect at (925) 521-3300 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday or visit the firm's web site at www.sweettartgirl.com
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