July 9, 2009

Children’s Hooded Sweatshirts with Drawstrings 

Name of Product: Boys’ Hooded Sweatshirts

Units: About 725

Distributer: C-Mrk Inc., of Vernon, Calif.

Hazard: The hooded sweatshirts have a drawstring through the hood which can pose a strangulation hazard to children. 

Description: The boys’ hooded sweatshirts have the brand name Ocean Current and RN#67225 number in the neck label. The garments were sold in the color smoke and in sizes S-XL.

Sold at: Macy’s department stores in Southern California from December 2008 through April 2009 for about $35.

Remedy: Consumers should immediately remove the drawstrings from the sweatshirts to eliminate the hazard, or return the garment to either the place of purchase or to C-Mrk for a full refund.

Consumer Contact: For additional information contact C-Mrk Inc. collect at (323) 826-6900 between 9 a.m. and 3 p.m. PT Tuesday through Thursday or visit the firm’s Web site at www.oceancurrent.com