JD Fine & Company Recalls Children's Hooded Sweatshirts with Drawstrings Due to Strangulation Hazard

Recalled May 4, 2010 · CPSC recall 10216 · JD Fine &

Hazard

The hooded sweatshirts have a drawstring at the neck which can pose a strangulation hazard to children.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately remove the drawstrings from the jackets to eliminate the hazard or return the product to the store where purchased for a refund.

Units

About 1,700

Incidents / injuries

None reported.

Description

This recall involves hooded sweatshirts sold under the "Sweet Tart" brand name in three styles: G80072873C in navy with rhinestones in the shape of a star; G80072874M in pink with rhinestones in the shape of a peace sign; and G80072875F in gray with rhinestones in the shape of a heart. The sweatshirts were sold in children's sizes XS, S, M and L and the name "Sweet Tart" can be found on the neck label.

What to do

Consumers should immediately remove the drawstrings from the jackets to eliminate the hazard or return the product to the store where purchased for a refund.

Contact

For additional information, contact JD Fine & Company collect at (925) 521-3300 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday or visit the firm's web site at www.sweettartgirl.com

Product

Children's Hooded Velour Sweatshirts with Drawstrings

Imported by

JD Fine & Company, of Concord, Calif.

Retailers

Saks Off 5th Avenue outlet stores from July 2009 to April 2010.

Made in

China

Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. Official recall notice on cpsc.gov →