EU alert · Safety Gate Serious risk Clothing, textiles and fashion items
Scarf Stockmann 1862 — risk: chemical
Published in the Safety Gate weekly report: · Ref. A12/0589/19
Summary
The scarf contains azo dyes releasing the aromatic amine benzidine (measured value: 210 mg/kg). When in direct and prolonged contact with the skin, the aromatic amines may be absorbed by the skin. Aromatic amines can cause cancer, cell mutations and affect reproduction.The product does not comply with the REACH Regulation.
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Product
Scarf — Stockmann 1862
- Brand
- Stockmann 1862
- Name / model
- 1904 Colin, D449 14100842
- Batch number(s)
- 1234567931586
- Category
- Clothing, textiles and fashion items
- White and dark blue, checked cotton scarf (Size: 70 x 180 cm).
What is the risk?
- The scarf contains azo dyes releasing the aromatic amine benzidine (measured value: 210 mg/kg). When in direct and prolonged contact with the skin, the aromatic amines may be absorbed by the skin. Aromatic amines can cause cancer, cell mutations and affect reproduction.The product does not comply with the REACH Regulation.
Measures taken
- Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: ImporterCategory of measure(s): Import rejected at border
- Date of entry into force: 25/03/2019
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Source: Safety Gate — European Commission
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