JB Inc. Recalls Lili Gaufrette Children's Hooded Cardigans with Drawstrings Due to Strangulation Hazard

Recalled January 6, 2011 · CPSC recall 11713 · JB

Hazard

The cardigans have a drawstring through the hood, which can pose a strangulation hazard to young children.

Remedy

Refund

Units

About 16

Incidents / injuries

None reported.

Description

This recall involves hooded cardigans sold under the "Lili Gaufrette" brand name, model number G617093 and named the LEPARIGO cardigan. The cardigans were sold in pink, brown and black, and in children's sizes 4-14. "LiLi Gaufrette MADE IN FRANCE" is printed on the tag sewn inside the garment, and "LiLi" is printed on the tag sewn onto the left front pocket.

What to do

Consumers should immediately remove the drawstrings from the cardigans to eliminate the hazard or return the product to JB Inc. for a full refund.

Contact

For more information, contact JB Inc. at 212-279-7672 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET, Monday through Friday or visit the firm's website at http://www.liligaufrette.com/

Product

Children's hooded cardigans with drawstrings

Manufacturer(s)

Jean Bourget Inc., of New York, N.Y.

Retailers

Patty Cake in Nashville, TN, as part of a 3 piece set for about $300.00, and Shaindy's Children's Wear in Monsey, N.Y. as a cardigan for about $60.00 from September 2008 to February 2010.

Made in

France

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