American Public Company · Recalled
CPSC, American Public Company Announce Recall of Boys' Hooded Sweatshirts with Drawstrings Sold by J.C. Penney
The hooded sweatshirts have drawstrings, posing a strangulation hazard to children.
- Units
- About 3,400
- Reports
- —
- Injuries
- —
- Deaths
- 0
- Price
- $25
- Remedy
- See notice
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Affected
The recalled sweatshirts were sold in navy and burgundy, and in youth sizes (S, M. L, and XL). The RN Number is 90614, which is located on the collar tag. "A.P.C.O." is a label stitched on the inside of the hood and "Artic Zone" is stitched on the outside of the sweatshirt.
The file
- Sold at
- Exclusively through J.C. Penney's Catalog and Web site from June 2005 through August 2005 for about $25.
- Product type
- Clothing (Children)
- Made in
- Pakistan
- Recalled by
- American Public Co., of New York, N.Y.
Incident log
No incidents or injuries have been reported.
What the notice says to do
Consumers should remove the drawstring to eliminate the hazard. In addition, J.C. Penney will also notify all known purchasers by mail to remove the drawstring from the sweatshirt.
For additional information, consumers can contact J.C. Penney toll-free at (800) 222-6161 anytime, or visit the Web site at www.jcpenney.com
Recall notice published by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. This site is independent: always confirm on the official notice before acting.
Notice first dated NOV 17 2005; last revised JUL 24 2024.