Girls' Hooded Sweatshirts with Drawstrings Recalled by Liberty Apparel Due to Strangulation Hazard

Jewel brand girls’ hooded sweatshirts

Date of Recall

2007-12-21

CPSC Release Number

08-146

Manufactured In

India

Company Phone Number

(212) 768-3030

Units

About 12,000

Distributor

Liberty Apparel Co. Inc., of New York, N.Y.

Sold By

Marshalls and other specialty children’s clothing retailers nationwide from August 2007 through November 2007 for about $10.

Problem/Hazard

The garments have a drawstring through the hood, which can pose a strangulation hazard to children. In February 1996, CPSC issued guidelines (pdf) to help prevent children from strangling or getting entangled on the neck and waist by drawstrings in upper garments, such as jackets and sweatshirts.

Injuries/Incidents

None reported.

Description

The Jewel brand girls’ zippered hoodie sweatshirts have various designs on the front, and were sold in two styles: the “Big Heart” zip-up long sleeve hoodie sweatshirts (style #J2173k/sk) in black, light pink and purple colors, and the “Small Stars” long sleeve hoodie jacket sweatshirts (style #J2174k/sk) in green, khaki, navy and orange colors. Both styles were sold in small, medium, large, extra-large sizes.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately remove the drawstrings to eliminate the hazard or return the sweatshirts to either the place of purchase or Liberty Apparel for a full refund.

Consumer Contact

For additional information, call Liberty Apparel Co. collect at (212) 768-3030 between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. ET Monday through Friday.

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