CPSCMay 3, 2011

Girl's Hooded Sweater Recalled by El Gringo Imports Due

Girl's Hooded Sweater Recalled by El Gringo Imports Due to Strangulation Hazard

Why was Girl's Hooded Sweater Recalled by El Gringo Imports Due recalled?

The hooded sweaters have drawstrings through the hood which can pose a strangulation or entrapment hazard to children.

What should I do if I have this product?

Consumers should immediately remove the drawstring from the sweatshirt to eliminate the hazard or contact El Gringo Imports for instructions on how to receive a full refund. Contact: For additional information, contact El Gringo Imports toll-free at (877) 278-1434 between 10 a.m. and 6 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, visit the firm's website at www.elgringoimports.com or e-mail the firm at [email protected]

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Is my product affected?

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Product
Girl's Hooded Sweater with Drawstring
Company
El Gringo Imports of Seattle
Quantity
About 300
Sold at
Pike Place Market in Seattle from November 2009 to August 2010 for between $20 and $25.
Recall date
May 3, 2011
Incidents / injuries
None reported
Agency
CPSC

Product description

The recalled product is a hand-knitted wool sweater with a hood in sizes 1 through 10. The sweater has a drawstring in the hood with multi-colored yarn tassels. The sweaters are multi-colored with a front zipper. "El Gringo Imports" is written on a black neck tag.

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