EU alert · Safety Gate Serious risk New Clothing, textiles and fashion items
Raincoat hello hossy “Poncho” — risk: strangulation
Published in the Safety Gate weekly report: · Ref. SR/02572/26
Summary
A raincoat called "Poncho" sold in various designs and sizes has long drawstrings that can become trapped around a child's neck, posing a serious risk of strangulation. The product does not meet EU safety standards. Retailers are recalling the product from customers and stopping sales as of September 1, 2026.
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Product
Raincoat — hello hossy
- Brand
- hello hossy
- Name / model
- Poncho
- Barcode
- 376040701713737604070170383760407017045 37604070170523760407
- Category
- Clothing, textiles and fashion items
- Waterproof raincoat in various designs (Unicorn, Retro Flowers, Mountain Ride, San Francisco, Leopard) and sizes (2-3Y (89-98cm), 4-6Y (99-116cm), 7-9Y (117-134cm).
- Sold online: Other(https://moon-kids.ee/) /
What is the risk?
- The product has long drawstrings with free ends at the level of the neck. These drawstrings can become trapped during various activities of a child, leading to strangulation. The product does not comply with the General Product Safety Regulation nor with the European standard EN 14682.
Measures taken
- Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): RetailerCategory of measure(s): Recall of the product from end users
- Date of entry into force: 01/09/2026
- Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): RetailerCategory of measure(s): Stop of sales
- Date of entry into force: 01/09/2026
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Source: Safety Gate — European Commission
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