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Request Jeans Recalls Hooded Sweatshirts

August 7, 2008
Request Jeans is recalling about 1,200 hooded sweatshirts. The hoodies have a drawstring through the hood which can pose a strangulation hazard to children.

This recall involves the short sleeve hoodie (Item number 11188SG) and the Long sleeve hoodie (Item number 11218LG). The short sleeve hoodie has “Request” printed all over and was sold in olive green and light blue. The long sleeve hoodie has a butterfly design on the back of the hoodie and on the chest and was sold in white and olive green.

The hoodies, made in China, were sold nationwide from January 2007 through March 2007 for about $36.

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 Request Jeans to receive a refund.

For additional information, contact Request Jeans collect at (212) 302-0077 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET, Monday through Friday.

The recall is being conducted in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC).

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