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Alpha Industries Recalls Children's Hooded Sweatshirts with Drawstrings Due to Strangulation Hazard

Reported: January 13, 2011 Initiated: January 13, 2011 #11098

Product Description

This recall involves children's hooded, zippered sweatshirts with drawstrings through the hood. The cotton sweatshirts are olive green with an eagle on the front and the words "Hero by Choice" and "Alpha." They were sold in sizes 2T, 3T, 4T, 5, 6, 7, 8 and 10/12. "Alpha Industries" and "RN#35569" are printed on a label sewn into the neck of the sweatshirts.

Reason for Recall

The hooded sweatshirts have drawstrings through the hoods which can pose a strangulation or entrapment hazard to children.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately remove the drawstrings from the hoods of the sweatshirts to eliminate the hazard or return them to the place of purchase or Alpha Industries for a full refund.

Details

Units Affected
About 900
Official Source
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2011/Alpha-Industries-Recalls-Childrens-Hooded-Sweatshirts-with-Drawstrings-Due-to

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled? ▼
This recall involves children's hooded, zippered sweatshirts with drawstrings through the hood. The cotton sweatshirts are olive green with an eagle on the front and the words "Hero by Choice" and "Alpha." They were sold in sizes 2T, 3T, 4T, 5, 6, 7, 8 and 10/12. "Alpha Industries" and "RN#35569" are printed on a label sewn into the neck of the sweatshirts.. Units affected: About 900.
Why was this product recalled? ▼
The hooded sweatshirts have drawstrings through the hoods which can pose a strangulation or entrapment hazard to children.
What should consumers do? ▼
Consumers should immediately remove the drawstrings from the hoods of the sweatshirts to eliminate the hazard or return them to the place of purchase or Alpha Industries for a full refund.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the CPSC on January 13, 2011. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 11098.

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