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Product recall · CPSCJuly 9, 2009Highest risk
Children's Hooded Sweatshirts with Drawstrings
The notice asks people to return it — see below for how.
What’s wrong
The hooded sweatshirts 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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What to do
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 C-Mrk for a full refund.
Who to contact: For additional information contact C-Mrk Inc. collect at (323) 826-6900 between 9 a.m. and 3 p.m. PT Tuesday through Thursday or visit the firm's Web site at www.oceancurrent.com
The product
The boys' hooded sweatshirts have the brand name Ocean Current and RN#67225 number in the neck label. The garments were sold in the color smoke and in sizes S-XL.
Details
- Units affected
- About 725
- Recall date
- July 9, 2009
- Made or distributed by
- C-Mrk Inc., of Vernon, Calif.
- Injuries reported
- None reported
Macy's department stores in Southern California from December 2008 through April 2009 for about $35.
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: “Children's Hooded Sweatshirts with Drawstrings Recalled by C-Mrk Inc. 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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