Car floor mats
Car floor mats was recalled on 21 March 2025 under EU Safety Gate alert SR/01008/25. Chemical risk reported by Cyprus. The plastic of the product has an excessive concentration of polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs), notably Benzo (a)pyrene (BaP), Benzo (e)pyrene (BeP), Dibenz(a,h)anthracen (DBAhA), Benzo (k)fluoranthene (BkFA) and Benzo (b)fluoranthene (BbFA) (measured values: 19.
| Alert Number | SR/01008/25 |
| Brand | GEAR & GO |
| Category | Other - Car floor mats |
| Risk Type | Chemical |
| Notifying Country | Cyprus |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Published | 21 March 2025 |
Risk Description
The plastic of the product has an excessive concentration of polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs), notably Benzo (a)pyrene (BaP), Benzo (e)pyrene (BeP), Dibenz(a,h)anthracen (DBAhA), Benzo (k)fluoranthene (BkFA) and Benzo (b)fluoranthene (BbFA) (measured values: 19.7 mg/kg, 145.0 mg/kg, 8.4 mg/kg, 9.7 mg/kg, 18.5 mg/kg by weight respectively). These PAHs may cause cancer and are also mutagenic and toxic for reproduction. The product does not comply with the REACH Regulation.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: DistributorCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal of the product from the marketDate of entry into force: 28/01/2025
Product Description
Black car floor mats.
🧪 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a chemical hazard related to Car floor mats.
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.