CPSC recall 11-713, announced January 6, 2011, covers Jean Bourget Children's hooded cardigans with drawstrings (about 16 units). The cardigans have a drawstring through the hood, which can pose a strangulation hazard to young children. The notice reports no incidents. Consumers should immediately remove the drawstrings from the cardigans to eliminate the hazard or return the product to JB Inc. for a full refund. Recall contact: call 212-279-7672, or go to www.liligaufrette.com.
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Affected model numbers
This recall involves hooded cardigans sold under the "Lili Gaufrette" brand name, model number G617093 and named the LEPARIGO cardigan.
Which products are included?
This recall involves hooded cardigans sold under the "Lili Gaufrette" brand name, model number G617093 and named the LEPARIGO cardigan. The cardigans were sold in pink, brown and black, and in children's sizes 4-14. "LiLi Gaufrette MADE IN FRANCE" is printed on the tag sewn inside the garment, and "LiLi" is printed on the tag sewn onto the left front pocket.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The cardigans have a drawstring through the hood, which can pose a strangulation hazard to young children.
Incidents and injuries
None reported.
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately remove the drawstrings from the cardigans to eliminate the hazard or return the product to JB Inc. for a full refund.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Jean Bourget
- Manufacturer
- Jean Bourget Inc., of New York, N.Y.
- Product type
- Clothing & outerwear
- Recall number
- 11-713
- Units
- About 16
- Manufactured in
- France
- Sold at / sales period
- Patty Cake in Nashville, TN, as part of a 3 piece set for about $300.00, and Shaindy's Children's Wear in Monsey, N.Y. as a cardigan for about $60.00 from September 2008 to February 2010.
Children's hooded cardigans with drawstrings
CPSC product type: Outerwear
Recall contact information
For more information, contact JB Inc. at 212-279-7672 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET, Monday through Friday or visit the firm's website at http://www.liligaufrette.com/
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