PE-21565 Hat - Black

Important Safety Notice for Children's Hats in accordance with Regulation (EU) 2023/988 on General Product Safety (GPSR)

This is a targeted safety notice for the proper and safe use of children's hats. Since these are products worn on the head and around the neck, it is important to prevent risks of strangulation, choking on small parts, overheating, or hypothermia. Please follow the instructions below.

Basic Safety and Handling Principles

• Keep out of reach of unsupervised young children: Long cords, ribbons, and stoppers pose a strangulation risk. For small children, choose hats without cords or with safety (easily releasable) fastenings.
• Small parts: Check the firmness of pom-poms, patches, decorations, and buttons. Loose parts may pose a choking hazard.
• Visibility and hearing: The hat must not restrict the field of vision or cover the ears so that the child cannot hear important sounds.
• Fire and heat: Keep away from open flames and intense heat sources; synthetic materials can ignite or melt quickly.

Proper and Safe Use

• Correct size and fit: The hat should fit snugly but not be too tight; it must not restrict breathing, vision, or blood circulation.
• According to weather: In cold weather, choose materials with adequate thermal protection; in warm weather, use light and breathable hats. Remove the hat if overheating or excessive sweating occurs.
• Sleep: Generally, do not use thick hats indoors during sleep; hats with cords are not suitable for unsupervised sleep.
• UV protection: When outdoors in the sun, prefer caps or hats with a shading brim; rely only on properties stated by the manufacturer.

Cleaning, Maintenance, and Storage

• Cleaning: Wash and dry according to the label; avoid harsh cleaners that may irritate the skin or damage colors and reflective elements.
• Maintenance: Regularly check seams, stoppers, elastic bands, and fastenings. Do not use damaged or stretched hats.
• Storage: Store dry and clean, away from direct sunlight and heat sources; dry damp hats before storing.

Specific Health Warnings

• Allergies and sensitive skin: Wool, nickel in decorations, or some dyes may cause reactions. If redness or itching occurs, discontinue use and choose hypoallergenic material.
• Hygiene: Replace or wash the hat after intense sweating to prevent skin irritation.

Disposal

• Safe disposal: Dispose of textiles by sorting; separate removable plastic or metal parts according to local regulations. Render damaged hats with loose parts unusable to prevent risk to children.

Incidents and Contact

• In case of an incident (strangulation, skin irritation, swallowing of parts), immediately stop using the product and seek medical help if necessary. Keep the product and proof of purchase for complaint handling.