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Children's Hooded Sweatshirts with Drawstrings Recalled by Raw Blue Due to Strangulation Hazard

Reported: August 6, 2008 Initiated: August 6, 2008 #08358

Product Description

The Raw Blue hooded sweatshirts were sold in three styles: smack print, kapow print and comic magazine print) and various colors. The sweatshirts have style numbers 7FT5655, 7FT5455, and 7FT5515. Style numbers are printed on the garment's sales tag.

Reason for Recall

The sweatshirts have drawstrings through the hood, which pose a strangulation hazard to young children.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately remove the drawstrings from the sweatshirts to eliminate the hazard. Consumers can return the garment to the place of purchase or Raw Blue Sportswear for a refund.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
The Raw Blue hooded sweatshirts were sold in three styles: smack print, kapow print and comic magazine print) and various colors. The sweatshirts have style numbers 7FT5655, 7FT5455, and 7FT5515. Style numbers are printed on the garment's sales tag.. Recalled by Raw Blue Sportswear, of Moonachie, NJ. Units affected: About 5,740.
Why was this product recalled?
The sweatshirts have drawstrings through the hood, which pose a strangulation hazard to young children.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should immediately remove the drawstrings from the sweatshirts to eliminate the hazard. Consumers can return the garment to the place of purchase or Raw Blue Sportswear for a refund.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on August 6, 2008. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 08358.