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CPSC recall · Reported April 26, 2017

Women's Sweaters Recalled by FatFace Due to Violation of Federal Flammability Standard

The recalled women's sweaters fail to meet federal flammability standards for clothing textiles, posing a risk of burn injuries.

Recall #
17141
Affected scope
About 400
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The CPSC recalled This recall involves two styles of FatFace women's sweaters: overhead Cowes (style number….

Women's Sweaters Recalled by FatFace Due to Violation of Federal Flammability Standard was recalled and listed by the CPSC in April 26, 2017. Reason: The recalled women's sweaters fail to meet federal flammability standards for clothing textiles, posing a ris…. Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled sweaters and contact the firm for in…. Verify recall #17141 with the CPSC before acting.

The recall

issued this CPSC recall-The recalled women's sweaters fail to meet federal flammability standards for clothing textiles, posing a ris….

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Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #17141 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

This recall's affected scope, documented in the Recall Profile below, stays within a single-region or limited-distribution footprint. Distribution information was not included in the agency filing, so consumers should assume broad potential exposure until the firm publishes point-of-sale details. Consumers holding this product should act on the agency's documented remedy above rather than relying on general guidance.

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Product description

This recall involves two styles of FatFace women's sweaters: overhead Cowes (style number 918043) and zip-up (style number 918041). The style numbers are printed on a care label on the inside seam of the sweaters. The Overhead Cowes sweater is 97 percent cotton and 3 percent polyester sold in ivory. This sweater has a 3.5-inch cowl or funnel neckline that can be tightened or loosened by the drawstring located at the center front of the neckline. These sweaters also have a kangaroo-style pocket located at the bottom front of the sweater. The zip-up sweater is 97 percent cotton and 3 percent polyester with a Yarmouth textured zip-up sweater. It sold in ivory, ocean surf (green) and lilac ice (lavender) colors. The sweater has a hood that can be tightened and loosened with a drawstring. The sweater has a silver metal zipper extending from the neckline to the bottom of the sweaters with two pockets on each side of the zipper.

Reason for recall

The recalled women's sweaters fail to meet federal flammability standards for clothing textiles, posing a risk of burn injuries.

Remedy, what to do

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled sweaters and contact the firm for instructions on returning the sweaters for a $75 refund.

Recall Profile

Structured summary of the CPSC recall record
Attribute Value
Agency U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
Severity class Not classified by agency
Status Active
Recall number 17141
Date reported April 26, 2017
Date initiated April 26, 2017
Recalling firm Not disclosed
Affected scope About 400
Distribution Not disclosed
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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 stop using the recalled sweaters and contact the firm for instructions on returning the sweaters for…

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  • 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 two styles of FatFace women's sweaters: overhead Cowes (style number 918043) and zip-up (style number 918041). The style numbers are printed on a care label on the inside seam of the sweaters. The Overhead Cowes sweater is 97 percent cotton and 3 percent polyester sold in ivory. This sweater has a 3.5-inch cowl or funnel neckline that can be tightened or loosened by the drawstring located at the center front of the neckline. These sweaters also have a kangaroo-style pocket located at the bottom front of the sweater. The zip-up sweater is 97 percent cotton and 3 percent polyester with a Yarmouth textured zip-up sweater. It sold in ivory, ocean surf (green) and lilac ice (lavender) colors. The sweater has a hood that can be tightened and loosened with a drawstring. The sweater has a silver metal zipper extending from the neckline to the bottom of the sweaters with two pockets on each side of the zipper.. Units affected: About 400.
Why was this product recalled? ▼
The recalled women's sweaters fail to meet federal flammability standards for clothing textiles, posing a risk of burn injuries.
What should consumers do? ▼
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled sweaters and contact the firm for instructions on returning the sweaters for a $75 refund.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the CPSC on April 26, 2017. CPSC does not publish a hazard classification for this recall. Recall number: 17141.
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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