CONSUMER SAFETY ALERT
The garments have a drawstring through the hood, which can pose a strangulation hazard to children.
Girls' Hooded Sweatshirts with Drawstrings Recalled by Liberty Apparel Due to Strangulation Hazard
The Jewel brand girls' zippered hoodie sweatshirts have various designs on the front, and were sold in two styles: the "Big Heart" zip-up long sleeve hoodie sweatshirts (style #J2173k/sk) in black, light pink and purple colors, and the "Small Stars" long sleeve hoodie jacket sweatshirts (style #J2174k/sk) in green, khaki, navy and orange colors. Both styles were sold in small, medium, large, extra-large sizes.
Required Consumer Action
Consumers should immediately remove the drawstrings to eliminate the hazard or return the sweatshirts to either the place of purchase or Liberty Apparel for a full refund.
Contact Information
For additional information, call Liberty Apparel Co. collect at (212) 768-3030 between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. ET Monday through Friday.
Recall Details
Sold At
Marshalls and other specialty children's clothing retailers nationwide from August 2007 through November 2007 for about $10.
Injuries
None reported.
Recall Number
08146
Product Information
Product Name
Jewel brand girls' hooded sweatshirts
Product Type
Clothing (Children)
Number of Units
About 12,000
Distributed By
Liberty Apparel Co. Inc., of New York, N.Y.
Manufactured In
India