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Product recall · CPSCDecember 6, 2007Highest risk
Boys' Hooded Sweatshirts with Drawstrings
The notice asks people to return it — see below for how.
What’s wrong
The garments have a drawstring through the hood which can pose a strangulation hazard to children.
The Recall Registry rates this highest risk — Strangulation risk.
What it looks like
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Recall image provided by CPSC
What to do
Consumers should immediately remove the drawstrings to eliminate the hazard, or return the sweatshirts for a full refund to either the place of purchase or Scope Apparel.
Who to contact: For additional information, contact Scope Apparel toll-free at (888) 692-7129 ext. 0 between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. CT, or visit the firm's Web site at www.scopeimp.com
The product
The boys' small and medium sized hooded zip-up sweatshirts have various designs on the front, and were sold in charcoal, navy blue and brown colors. "Whatever" and "RN#39209" are printed on the tag sewn into the jacket.
Details
- Units affected
- About 72,000
- Recall date
- December 6, 2007
- Made or distributed by
- Scope Apparel L.P., of Houston, Texas
- Injuries reported
- None reported
Mass merchandise and specialty children's clothing retailers nationwide from August 2007 through November 2007 for between $20 and $40.
The official notice
This recall was issued by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. The Recall Registry summarises it — always confirm the details at the source.
Their exact wording: “Boys' Hooded Sweatshirts with Drawstrings Recalled by Scope Apparel Due to Strangulation Hazard”
Worried about the other things in your house? You can write down what you have and be told if one is recalled — or, if you sell second-hand, check your whole stock at once.
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