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CPSC recall · Reported September 30, 2014

Pure Baby Organics Boys Hoodie Recalled by Chantique's Corp. Due To Strangulation Hazard

The sweaters have a drawstring around the neck area which poses a strangulation hazard to children. Drawstrings can become entangled or caught on playground slides, hand rails, sc…

Recall #
14287
Affected scope
About 60
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The CPSC recalled This recall involves a Pure Baby Organic boy's hoodie made of 100% cotton. It comes in so… - a moderate-severity action.

Pure Baby Organics Boys Hoodie Recalled by Chantique's Corp. Due To Strangulation Hazard was recalled and listed by the CPSC in September 30, 2014. Reason: The sweaters have a drawstring around the neck area which poses a strangulation hazard to children. Drawstrin…. Remedy: Consumers should immediately take the hoodie away from children. Consumers can remove the…. Verify recall #14287 with the CPSC before acting.

The recall

issued this moderate-severity CPSC recall-The sweaters have a drawstring around the neck area which poses a strangulation hazard to children. Drawstrin….

Moderate
severity level
September 30, 2014
reported

Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #14287 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

This CPSC action (record #14287) was formally reported on September 30, 2014. It is classified under Moderate severity, with a current status of Active. The recalling firm is not specified in the federal record. Federal records list the affected scope as About 60.

The documented reason for this recall is: The sweaters have a drawstring around the neck area which poses a strangulation hazard to children. Drawstrings can become entangled or caught on playground slides, hand rails, school bus doors or other moving objects, … Distribution information was not included in the agency filing, so consumers should assume broad potential exposure until the firm publishes point-of-sale details. The remedy documented by the agency is: Consumers should immediately take the hoodie away from children. Consumers can remove the drawstring from the garment to eliminate the hazard or return it to the place of purchase for a full refund. - consumers holding this product should act on that instruction rather than relying on general guidance.

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Severity

Moderate

Affected scope

About 60

Related Recalls

6

6 from same agency

Product description

This recall involves a Pure Baby Organic boy's hoodie made of 100% cotton. It comes in solid gray with a red drawstring that is inside the lining of the hood that surrounds the face. They have a zipper front closure. The recalled hoodies were sold in toddler boy's sizes 2t to boy's size 3. There is a white label sewn into the neck line that has the name Purebaby on it. There is also a label underneath it that has the size printed on it and states Made in India. A label with style number PB1613.B12 is sewn into an inside side seam of the garment under the washing instruction label.

Reason for recall

The sweaters have a drawstring around the neck area which poses a strangulation hazard to children. Drawstrings can become entangled or caught on playground slides, hand rails, school bus doors or other moving objects, posing a significant strangulation or an entanglement hazard to children.

Remedy, what to do

Consumers should immediately take the hoodie away from children. Consumers can remove the drawstring from the garment to eliminate the hazard or return it to the place of purchase for a full refund.

Recall Profile

Structured summary of the CPSC recall record
Attribute Value
Agency U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
Severity class Moderate
Status Active
Recall number 14287
Date reported September 30, 2014
Date initiated September 30, 2014
Recalling firm Not disclosed
Affected scope About 60
Distribution Not disclosed
Official source CPSC notice →

Profile values are sourced directly from the official CPSC enforcement record. Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.

What to do with this recall

Consumers should immediately take the hoodie away from children. Consumers can remove the drawstring from the garment to eliminat…

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  • Confirm the current status and remedy on the official CPSC notice before acting. CPSC notice
  • Follow the documented remedy (refund, replacement, repair, or disposal) rather than general advice. What to do next

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Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
This recall involves a Pure Baby Organic boy's hoodie made of 100% cotton. It comes in solid gray with a red drawstring that is inside the lining of the hood that surrounds the face. They have a zipper front closure. The recalled hoodies were sold in toddler boy's sizes 2t to boy's size 3. There is a white label sewn into the neck line that has the name Purebaby on it. There is also a label underneath it that has the size printed on it and states Made in India. A label with style number PB1613.B12 is sewn into an inside side seam of the garment under the washing instruction label.. Units affected: About 60.
Why was this product recalled?
The sweaters have a drawstring around the neck area which poses a strangulation hazard to children. Drawstrings can become entangled or caught on playground slides, hand rails, school bus doors or other moving objects, posing a significant strangulation or an entanglement hazard to children.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should immediately take the hoodie away from children. Consumers can remove the drawstring from the garment to eliminate the hazard or return it to the place of purchase for a full refund.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on September 30, 2014. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 14287.
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall?
Check the product description and recall number (14287) against your product. Visit the official CPSC website for the most current information. You can also use our Recall Checker tool to search by product name or brand.
How do I report an injury from a recalled product?
Report injuries to the issuing agency: CPSC at SaferProducts.gov, NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem, or FDA via MedWatch. Document the product (photos, model/serial numbers, purchase receipts) and seek medical attention. Injury reports help agencies track hazard patterns and may strengthen enforcement actions.

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