Boys' Hooded Sweatshirts with Drawstrings Recalled by Scope Apparel Due to Strangulation Hazard

Recall Date
2007-12-06
Manufacturer
Scope Apparel L.P., of Houston, Texas
Units Affected
About 72,000

Products Involved

Boys' hooded sweatshirts

Hazard

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

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.

Reported Injuries

None reported.

Sold At

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

Manufactured In

PakistanIndiaChinaBangladesh

Full Recall 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.

Data source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) via SaferProducts.gov.

For the most current recall information, check directly with CPSC or the manufacturer.

Last verified: 2026-03-28