CPSCMarch 12, 2009

Seattle Cotton Works Hooded Sweatshirts with Drawstrings recall: Strangulation Hazard

Seattle Cotton Works Hooded Sweatshirts with Drawstrings Recalled Due to Strangulation Hazard

Why was Seattle Cotton Works Hooded Sweatshirts with Drawstrings recalled?

The sweatshirts have a drawstring through the hood that can pose a strangulation hazard to children.

What should I do if I have this product?

Consumers should immediately remove the drawstrings from the sweatshirts to eliminate the hazard, or call Seattle Cotton Works to arrange for a full refund. Contact: For additional information or assistance returning a product contact Seattle Cotton Works at (800) 533-8922 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or online at www.seattlecottonrecall.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
Hooded sweatshirts
Company
Seattle Cotton Works, LLC, of Bellevue, Wash.
Quantity
About 40,000
Sold at
Kohl's Department Stores nationwide from January 2009 through February 2009 for about $17.
Recall date
March 12, 2009
Incidents / injuries
None reported.
Agency
CPSC

Product description

The hooded, long sleeve sweatshirts have full-length zippers and drawstrings along the neck line. The products are sold under the Seattle Cotton Works brand in six different designs. The styles are set forth in the image below. The name, "Seattle Cotton Works" appears along the inside neck line.

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