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Product Recall Number: 06-263

Why was "Candie's" Brand Children's Hoodie Sweatshirts with Drawstrings recalled?

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

"Candie's" Brand Children's Hoodie Sweatshirts with Drawstrings
Here's product recall specific data for "Candie's" Brand Children's Hoodie Sweatshirts with Drawstrings.

  • Product Recall Number: 06-263

  • Product Safety Warning Number:

  • Date: 2006-09-19

  • Product Safety Warning Date:

  • Name Of Product: "Candie's" Brand Children's Hoodie Sweatshirts with Drawstrings

  • Description: WASHINGTON, D.C. - In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), The Cayre Group, of New York, N.Y., is voluntarily recalling about 4,500 "Candie's" Brand Children's Hoodie Sweatshirts with Drawstrings. These sweatshirts have a drawstring through the hood, posing a strangulation hazard to children.Name of Product: "Candie's" Brand Children's Hoodie Sweatshirts with DrawstringsUnits: About 4,500Manufacturer: The Cayre Group, of New York, N.Y.Hazard: These sweatshirts have a drawstring through the hood, posing a strangulation hazard to children. In February 1996, CPSC issued guidelines to help prevent children from strangling or getting entangled on the neck and waist by drawstrings in upper garments, such as jackets and sweatshirts.Incidents/Injuries: No incidents or injuries have been reported.Description: The recalled hoodie style zip front hooded sweatshirts were sold in four youth sizes S (7-8), M (9-12), L (14) and XL (16.) The sweatshirts have drawstrings through the hood and were available in two colors, Blue Bell and Demitasse. A tag sewn on the inside of the garment reads, "Candie's."Sold at: Kohl's department stores and on Kohls.com from August 2006 through September 2006 for between $20 and $36.Manufactured in: PhilippinesRemedy: Consumers should immediately remove the drawstrings from the sweatshirts to eliminate the hazard, or contact The Cayre Group to return the merchandise for a full refund.Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact The Cayre Group at (800) 284-3023 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site www.cayre.com.Note: CPSC was notified about these garments by the Connecticut Department of Consumer Protection.

  • Hazard Description: These sweatshirts have a drawstring through the hood, posing a strangulation hazard to children. In February 1996, CPSC issued guidelines to help prevent children from strangling or getting entangled on the neck and waist by drawstrings in upper garments, such as jackets and sweatshirts.

  • Consumer Action: None Listed

  • Original Product Safety Warning Announcement: None Listed

  • Remedy Type: Refund

  • Units: About 4,500

  • Incidents: No incidents or injuries have been reported.

  • Remedy: Consumers should immediately remove the drawstrings from the sweatshirts to eliminate the hazard, or contact The Cayre Group to return the merchandise for a full refund.

  • Sold At: Kohl's department stores and on Kohls.com from August 2006 through September 2006 for between $20 and $36.

  • Importers: None Listed

  • Manufacturers: The Cayre Group, of New York, N.Y.

  • Distributors: None Listed

  • Manufactured In: Philippines

  • Custom Label: None Listed

  • Custom Field: None Listed

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