Boys’ Hooded Sweatshirts with Drawstrings 

Name of Product: Boys’ hooded sweatshirts

Units: About 72,000

Distributor: Scope Apparel L.P., of Houston, Texas

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

Description: The boys’ small and medium sized hooded zip-up sweatshirts have various designs on the front, and were sold in charcoal, navy blue and brown colors. “Whatever” and “RN#39209” are printed on the tag sewn into the jacket.

Sold at: Mass merchandise and specialty children’s clothing retailers nationwide from August 2007 through November 2007 for between $20 and $40.

Remedy: Consumers should immediately remove the drawstrings to eliminate the hazard, or return the sweatshirts for a full refund to either the place of purchase or Scope Apparel.

Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Scope Apparel toll-free at (888) 692-7129 ext. 0 between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. CT, or visit the firm’s Web site at http://www.scopeimp.com/