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Pure Baby Organics Boys Hoodie Recalled by Chantique's Corp. Due To Strangulation Hazard

Reported: September 30, 2014 Initiated: September 30, 2014 #14287

Product Description

This recall involves a Pure Baby Organic boy's hoodie made of 100% cotton. It comes in solid gray with a red drawstring that is inside the lining of the hood that surrounds the face. They have a zipper front closure. The recalled hoodies were sold in toddler boy's sizes 2t to boy's size 3. There is a white label sewn into the neck line that has the name Purebaby on it. There is also a label underneath it that has the size printed on it and states Made in India. A label with style number PB1613.B12 is sewn into an inside side seam of the garment under the washing instruction label.

Reason for Recall

The sweaters have a drawstring around the neck area which poses a strangulation hazard to children. Drawstrings can become entangled or caught on playground slides, hand rails, school bus doors or other moving objects, posing a significant strangulation or an entanglement hazard to children.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately take the hoodie away from children. Consumers can remove the drawstring from the garment to eliminate the hazard or return it to the place of purchase for a full refund.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
This recall involves a Pure Baby Organic boy's hoodie made of 100% cotton. It comes in solid gray with a red drawstring that is inside the lining of the hood that surrounds the face. They have a zipper front closure. The recalled hoodies were sold in toddler boy's sizes 2t to boy's size 3. There is a white label sewn into the neck line that has the name Purebaby on it. There is also a label underneath it that has the size printed on it and states Made in India. A label with style number PB1613.B12 is sewn into an inside side seam of the garment under the washing instruction label.. Units affected: About 60.
Why was this product recalled?
The sweaters have a drawstring around the neck area which poses a strangulation hazard to children. Drawstrings can become entangled or caught on playground slides, hand rails, school bus doors or other moving objects, posing a significant strangulation or an entanglement hazard to children.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should immediately take the hoodie away from children. Consumers can remove the drawstring from the garment to eliminate the hazard or return it to the place of purchase for a full refund.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on September 30, 2014. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 14287.