CPSCDecember 6, 2007

Boys' Hooded Sweatshirts with Drawstrings Recalled by

Boys' Hooded Sweatshirts with Drawstrings Recalled by Scope Apparel Due to Strangulation Hazard

Why was Boys' Hooded Sweatshirts with Drawstrings Recalled by recalled?

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

What should I do if I have this product?

Consumers should immediately remove the drawstrings to eliminate the hazard, or return the sweatshirts for a full refund to either the place of purchase or Scope Apparel. Contact: For additional information, contact Scope Apparel toll-free at (888) 692-7129 ext. 0 between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. CT, or visit the firm's Web site at www.scopeimp.com

What to do with a recalled product: refunds, receipts, safe disposal and how to report a problem.

Is my product affected?

Compare the item in your hand with every identifier below from the official CPSC record. Only products that match the listed product and identifiers are part of this recall.

Product
Boys' hooded sweatshirts
Company
Scope Apparel L.P., of Houston, Texas
Quantity
About 72,000
Sold at
Mass merchandise and specialty children's clothing retailers nationwide from August 2007 through November 2007 for between $20 and $40.
Recall date
December 6, 2007
Incidents / injuries
None reported.
Agency
CPSC

Product description

The boys' small and medium sized hooded zip-up sweatshirts have various designs on the front, and were sold in charcoal, navy blue and brown colors. "Whatever" and "RN#39209" are printed on the tag sewn into the jacket.

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