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Product recall · CPSCMarch 12, 2009Highest risk
Seattle Cotton Works Hooded Sweatshirts with Drawstrings
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What’s wrong
The sweatshirts have a drawstring through the hood that 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 from the sweatshirts to eliminate the hazard, or call Seattle Cotton Works to arrange for a full refund.
Who to contact: For additional information or assistance returning a product contact Seattle Cotton Works at (800) 533-8922 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or online at www.seattlecottonrecall.com
The product
The hooded, long sleeve sweatshirts have full-length zippers and drawstrings along the neck line. The products are sold under the Seattle Cotton Works brand in six different designs. The styles are set forth in the image below. The name, "Seattle Cotton Works" appears along the inside neck line.
Details
- Units affected
- About 40,000
- Recall date
- March 12, 2009
- Made or distributed by
- Seattle Cotton Works, LLC, of Bellevue, Wash.
- Injuries reported
- None reported
Kohl's Department Stores nationwide from January 2009 through February 2009 for about $17.
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: “Seattle Cotton Works Hooded Sweatshirts with Drawstrings Recalled 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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