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Children's Hooded Sweatshirts with Drawstrings Recalled by Pro-Pac Distributing Due to Strangulation Hazard

Reported: July 15, 2009 Initiated: July 15, 2009 #09274

Product Description

This recall involves youth zipper and pullover hooded sweatshirts with drawstrings. The sweatshirts were sold in black, navy and gray. The Proclub brand sweatshirts have RN number 100418 is printed on a tag inside the collar.

Reason for Recall

The sweatshirts have a drawstring through the hood which can pose a strangulation hazard to children.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately remove the drawstrings from the sweatshirts to eliminate the hazard, or return the garment with drawstring to the place of purchase for a full refund. Consumers also can return the sweatshirts to Pro-Pac Distributing for a full refund.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
This recall involves youth zipper and pullover hooded sweatshirts with drawstrings. The sweatshirts were sold in black, navy and gray. The Proclub brand sweatshirts have RN number 100418 is printed on a tag inside the collar.. Recalled by Pro-Pac Distributing Corp., of Gardena, Calif.. Units affected: About 7,000.
Why was this product recalled?
The sweatshirts have a drawstring through the hood which can pose a strangulation hazard to children.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should immediately remove the drawstrings from the sweatshirts to eliminate the hazard, or return the garment with drawstring to the place of purchase for a full refund. Consumers also can return the sweatshirts to Pro-Pac Distributing for a full refund.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on July 15, 2009. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 09274.