February 18, 2010

Children’s Hooded Jackets Sold Exclusively at Burlington Coat Factory

Name of Product: Children’s Hooded Jackets

Units: About 2,400

Importer: Franshaw Inc., of New York, N.Y.

Hazard: The jackets have drawstrings through the hood which can pose a strangulation hazard to young children. .

Description: This recall involves Blue Heart and Just a Girl brand children’s sweatshirts. The Blue Heart sweatshirts are olive and pink, and have style number 48052. The Just a Girl sweatshirts were sold in light blue, and have style number 48052. RN 87888 is printed in the center of the back neck. The sweatshirts were sold in sizes 4 to 6X.

Sold exclusively at: Burlington Coat Factory stores nationwide from September 2006 through September 2009 for about $10.

Remedy: Consumers should immediately remove the drawstrings from the jackets to eliminate the hazard or return the garment to Burlington Coat Factory or to Franshaw Inc. for a full refund.

Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Franshaw Inc. at (800) 477-3274 between 10 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday.