was recalled on 25 August 2006 under EU Safety Gate alert 0538/06. Chemical risk reported by Slovakia. This product poses a chemical risk to consumers since it contains prohibited carcinogenic aromatic amine 3,3-dimethoxybenzidine (measured value 144 mg.
| Alert Number | 0538/06 |
| Category | Clothing, textiles and fashion items |
| Risk Type | Chemical |
| Notifying Country | Slovakia |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Model Number | Unknown |
| Published | 25 August 2006 |
Risk Description
This product poses a chemical risk to consumers since it contains prohibited carcinogenic aromatic amine 3,3-dimethoxybenzidine (measured value 144 mg.kg-1) and formaldehyde (measured value 23.5 mg.kg-1).
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: OtherCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal from the market and warning of consumers ordered by the authorityDate of entry into force: UnknownType of economic operator taking notified measure(s): OtherCategory of measure(s): Voluntary recall by the distributorDate of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
Boy’s briefs “DMD 8” Description: Boy’s briefs, knitwear. Size: up to 1 year. Information on the label: MADE IN CHINA, 100 % cotton, DMD 8. Colour: dark blue with a print on the front of a tractor with the inscription “TRACTOR”.
🧪 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a chemical hazard related to .
About this risk
This product contains prohibited or hazardous chemical substances that may cause skin irritation, allergic reactions, or long-term health effects.
Recommended action
Stop using the product immediately. Wash any skin that has come into contact with it. Keep it away from children. Return it to the retailer for a refund if possible.
Who is at risk?
Anyone who has used this product, especially children, pregnant women, and people with sensitive skin.