The Recall Desk
HighCPSC·10158·Announced 2010-03-10

Brand Evolution Recalls Boys' Hooded Sweatshirts Due to Strangulation Hazard

Brand Evolution is recalling about 2,800 boys' hooded sweatshirts because the hood drawstrings pose a strangulation hazard to children.

What this means for you

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a risk-of-harm product (strangulation hazard) where injury has not yet been reported, which corresponds to a High severity score per the rubric.

Plain-English summary

Brand Evolution, of Philadelphia, Pa., is recalling about 2,800 boys' hooded sweatshirts. The recalled garments include the Locks All Over Boys' Hoody, All Over Skaters Boy's Hoody, and Rock Mask Boy's Hoody. These products were manufactured by Locks All Over and All Over Skater by Timex, of China, and Rock Mask Hoody by Bordados, of Peru.

The recall is due to a strangulation hazard. The hoodies feature drawstrings through the hoods that can pose a risk to children. No injuries have been reported in connection with this recall.

The recalled sweatshirts were sold at Burlington Coat Factory, Amm One Inc., Avante, Dr. Jays, Stop, E & J Lawrence Corp., Exclusive Wear, G-Pulse Apparel, Hip Hop World, Nouveau, Stop Kid, Unica, and Village Mart. Consumers should immediately remove the drawstrings from the garment to eliminate the hazard or return the garment to the place of purchase for a refund or credit. For additional information, consumers can contact Brand Evolution toll-free at (877) 330-3911 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit www.burlingtoncoat.com.

The recalled product

Product
Locks All Over Boys' Hoody, All Over Skaters Boy's Hoody and Rock Mask Boy's Hoody
Manufacturer
Locks All Over and All Over Skater by Timex, of China
Category
Consumer Product — Children's Clothing
Hazard
Affected units
2,800

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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