The Cayre Group Recalls Hooded Sweatshirts with Drawstrings Sold at Kohl's for Strangulation Hazard

Recalled September 20, 2006 · CPSC recall 06263 · The Cayre

Hazard

These sweatshirts have a drawstring through the hood, posing a strangulation hazard to children.

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.

Units

About 4,500

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."

What to do

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.

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

Product

Candie's Brand Children's Hoodie Sweatshirts with Drawstrings

Manufacturer(s)

The Cayre Group, of New York, N.Y.

Retailers

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

Made in

Philippines

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