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RecalledCPSC · May 27, 2010 Children's clothing, sleepwear & shoes

Boys' Hooded Jackets with Drawstrings Recalled by Hind Fashions Due to Strangulation Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Burlington Coat Factory

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Recalled "Hind" leather jacket
Recalled "Hind" leather jacket · Photo: CPSC

What's being recalled

Boys' Hooded Jackets

Units: About 200

This recall involves boys' hooded jackets with drawstrings that are blue suede on the outside and have fur lining on the inside. "Hind Leather" is printed on the tag on the back of the neck. They were sold in sizes 6 through 12. This recall also involves a black quilted leather hooded jacket with drawstrings that has fur surrounding the hood. "Lil' Phat" is printed on the tag on the back of the neck. They were sold in sizes small, medium and large.

The problem, in CPSC's words

The jackets have a drawstring through the hood which can pose a strangulation hazard to children.

Incidents and injuries reported to CPSC

None reported.

What CPSC says to do

Consumers should immediately remove the drawstrings from the garment to eliminate the hazard or return the garment to Hind Fashions or Burlington Coat Factory for a full refund.

How to contact the company

For additional information, contact Hind Fashions toll-free at (888) 643-4463 between 11 a.m. and 4 p.m. ET Monday through Friday.

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Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall notice 10244, cpsc.gov. Text in quotes is from CPSC. Photos: CPSC.