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CPSCRecalled Jan 13, 2011 · #11098

Alpha Industries Recalls Children's Hooded Sweatshirts with Drawstrings Due to Strangulation Hazard

Hazard

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

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Description

This recall involves children's hooded, zippered sweatshirts with drawstrings through the hood. The cotton sweatshirts are olive green with an eagle on the front and the words "Hero by Choice" and "Alpha." They were sold in sizes 2T, 3T, 4T, 5, 6, 7, 8 and 10/12. "Alpha Industries" and "RN#35569" are printed on a label sewn into the neck of the sweatshirts.

Product details

Product
Children's Hooded Sweatshirts
Type
Outerwear
Manufacturer
Not specified
Model numbers
UPCs
Sold at
Department stores and juvenile product stores nationwide from August 2009 through February 2010 for between $28 and $42.
Made in
China

What you should do

Consumers should immediately remove the drawstrings from the hoods of the sweatshirts to eliminate the hazard or return them to the place of purchase or Alpha Industries for a full refund.

View the official CPSC notice