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Girls' bikini Piazza Italia Beachwear “Unknown” — risk: injuries, strangulation
Published in the Safety Gate weekly report: · Ref. A12/0760/15
Summary
null The functional cords in the neck, back and waist area of the bikini can become trapped during various activities of a child, which could lead to injuries and strangulation. The product does not comply with the relevant European standard EN 14682.
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Product
Girls' bikini — Piazza Italia Beachwear
- Brand
- Piazza Italia Beachwear
- Name / model
- Unknown · 74900 Rosa / FS15190CSBA
- Batch number(s)
- 2074900002011
- Category
- Clothing, textiles and fashion items
- Pink bikini intended for girls up to 4 years old. The bikini is designed with blue halter-neck cords and drawstrings that are tied at the back. It also has functional cords in the waist area. Sample size: 3/4.
What is the risk?
- null The functional cords in the neck, back and waist area of the bikini can become trapped during various activities of a child, which could lead to injuries and strangulation. The product does not comply with the relevant European standard EN 14682.
Measures taken
- Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: OtherCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal of the product from the market
- Date of entry into force: 20/05/2015
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