Active Apparel Recalls Boys Fission Zipper Hooded Sweatshirts Due to Strangulation Hazard

Active Recall Announced September 30, 2014 CPSC #14286

Quick answer

Active Apparel Recalls Boys Fission Zipper Hooded Sweatshirts Due to Strangulation Hazard is CPSC recall #14286, announced on September 30, 2014. The CPSC cites the following hazard: This recall involves boys Fission zipper hooded sweatshirts made of 100% cotton. The sweatshirts come in black, green, royal blue, true red and turquoise color. There is a white drawstring tie that is attached on each side of the neck area. There are two pockets and a white zipper on the front of the garment. The recalled sweatshirts were sold in boys sizes small (size 8-10) and medium (size 12-14). The size can be found on the label that is sewn into the seam of the neck area. There is also a white label sewn into the lower left seam inside the garment. On the label, it states Karachi Pakistan, Active Apparel, has the manufacture date "MAY, 2014," and batch number 61271,159. The remedy is consumers should immediately take the sweatshirt away from children. consumers can remove the drawstring from the sweatshirt to eliminate the hazard or return it to the place of purchase for a full refund and a $10 gift card.. Affected brand: Active Apparel, Mira Loma, California..

Hazard

This recall involves boys Fission zipper hooded sweatshirts made of 100% cotton. The sweatshirts come in black, green, royal blue, true red and turquoise color. There is a white drawstring tie that is attached on each side of the neck area. There are two pockets and a white zipper on the front of the garment. The recalled sweatshirts were sold in boys sizes small (size 8-10) and medium (size 12-14). The size can be found on the label that is sewn into the seam of the neck area. There is also a white label sewn into the lower left seam inside the garment. On the label, it states Karachi Pakistan, Active Apparel, has the manufacture date "MAY, 2014," and batch number 61271,159.

Affected products

Boys Zipper Hooded Sweatshirts

Recalled brands

Active Apparel, Mira Loma, California.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately take the sweatshirt away from children. Consumers can remove the drawstring from the sweatshirt to eliminate the hazard or return it to the place of purchase for a full refund and a $10 gift card.

Recall date

September 30, 2014

Categories

Outerwear

Frequently asked questions

What is CPSC recall #14286?

CPSC recall #14286 covers Active Apparel Recalls Boys Fission Zipper Hooded Sweatshirts Due to Strangulation Hazard, announced by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission on September 30, 2014. The CPSC cites the following hazard: This recall involves boys Fission zipper hooded sweatshirts made of 100% cotton. The sweatshirts come in black, green, royal blue, true red and turquoise color. There is a white drawstring tie that is attached on each side of the neck area. There are two pockets and a white zipper on the front of the garment. The recalled sweatshirts were sold in boys sizes small (size 8-10) and medium (size 12-14). The size can be found on the label that is sewn into the seam of the neck area. There is also a white label sewn into the lower left seam inside the garment. On the label, it states Karachi Pakistan, Active Apparel, has the manufacture date "MAY, 2014," and batch number 61271,159.

What is the remedy for recall #14286?

The CPSC remedy for recall #14286 is consumers should immediately take the sweatshirt away from children. consumers can remove the drawstring from the sweatshirt to eliminate the hazard or return it to the place of purchase for a full refund and a $10 gift card.. Consumers should stop using the product and follow the instructions in the official CPSC notice.

I sell this product on Shopify. What do I need to do?

If you sell Active Apparel Recalls Boys Fission Zipper Hooded Sweatshirts Due to Strangulation Hazard on Shopify, stop selling the affected units immediately, notify customers who purchased them, and consider whether you have a Section 15(b) reporting obligation to the CPSC. RecallDocket helps Shopify merchants identify affected SKUs and prepare the required safety report.

Where is the official CPSC notice for this recall?

The primary source is the official CPSC notice at https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2014/Active-Apparel-Recalls-Boys-Fission-Zipper-Hooded-Sweatshirts. RecallDocket links to it from this page.

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