November 30, 2006

Dollar Days International Recalls Children’s Parka Jackets with Drawstrings 

Name of Product: Children’s parka jackets, with drawstrings

Units: 180

Manufacturer/Retailer: Silla America Inc., Los Angeles, Calif.

Hazard: The garments have a drawstring through the hood, posing a strangulation hazard to children. 

Description: The jackets come in seven color combinations: black with a grey stripe along the sleeves, light blue with a black stripe along the sleeves, grey with a black stripe along the sleeves, navy blue with a gray stripe along the sleeves, yellow with a grey stripe along the sleeves and navy blue with a white stripe across the chest, and black with a white stripe across the chest. The jacket’s zipper goes all the way up to create a mock turtleneck. The removable hood attaches with a zipper and has a drawstring. There is elastic at the sleeves, side pockets, and a drawstring at the waist.

Sold at: Dollar Days International stores and online at www.dollardays.com from December 2005 through November 2006 for between $7.50 and $10.

Remedy: Consumers should immediately remove the drawstrings from the sweatshirts to eliminate the hazard. Consumers should contact Dollar Days Customer Service for a refund or store credit.

Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Dollar Days International toll-free at (877) 837-9569 between 9 a.m. and 8 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit the company’s Web site at www.dollardays.com