BRIDGETOWN, Barbados, Sept. 20 (UPI) -- Gildan Activewear SRL, of Barbados, said Wednesday it was recalling about 114,000 hooded sweatshirts.
These sweatshirts have a drawstring through the hood, posing a strangulation hazard to children. No incidents or injuries have been reported.
In February 1996, the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission issued guidelines to help prevent children from strangling or getting entangled on the neck and waist by drawstrings in upper garments, such as jackets and sweatshirts.
The fleece sweatshirts were sold in youth sizes Extra Small to Extra Large, and have a "Gildan Activewear" neck label. The sweatshirts were manufactured in 12 different colors. These sweatshirts are often used by local print shops to add logos and sportswear decals.
Consumers should remove the drawstrings to eliminate the hazard.
Questions may be directed to Gildan toll-free at 877-445-3265, extension 4090.
