Gildan Activewear Recalls Youth Hooded Sweatshirts with Drawstrings for Strangulation Hazard
CPSC Recall1 injuries · 2006-09-20 · 06264
Hazards
These sweatshirts have a drawstring through the hood, posing a strangulation hazard to children.
Recall
Number
06264
Date
2006-09-20
Injuries reported
1
Products
Names
Youth Hooded Sweatshirts
Companies
Manufacturer(s)
Gildan Activewear SRL, of Barbados
Retailer(s)
Wholesale distributors and applicable sportswear programs nationwide from January 2006 through September 2006. Retail cost between $13 and $20.
Country of manufacture
Honduras
Description
The fleece sweatshirts were sold in youth sizes Extra Small to Extra Large, and have a "Gildan Activewear" neck label. The sweatshirts were manufactured in 12 different colors. These sweatshirts are often used by local print shops to add logos and sportswear decals.