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Children’s costume witch - Kinder kostum HEXE

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Children’s costume witch - Kinder kostum HEXE was recalled on 3 April 2009 under EU Safety Gate alert 0441/09. Chemical risk reported by Germany. The product poses a chemical risk because it contains prohibited azo dyes, 92 mg/kg of amine 4-aminoazobenzene, in the hat’s black textile material.

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Alert Number0441/09
BrandLucida Handicraft/Kaufland Warenhandel
CategoryClothing, textiles and fashion items
Risk TypeChemical
Notifying CountryGermany
Country of OriginPeople's Republic of China
Model NumberITEM No 6002259, DE16000048, NO 88730, EAN code: 4300175417723
Published3 April 2009

Risk Description

The product poses a chemical risk because it contains prohibited azo dyes, 92 mg/kg of amine 4-aminoazobenzene, in the hat’s black textile material. This product does not comply with the Chemical Restrictions Directive 76/769/EEC.

Measures Taken

Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): OtherCategory of measure(s): Voluntary withdrawal from the market by the importer.Date of entry into force: Unknown

Product Description

Witch’s costume for children, consisting of short-sleeved dress and witch’s hat, made of various black textile materials. Dress with lilac-coloured textile sleeves and orange and gold trim. Hat with orange textile band sewn onto the side, and gold foil. Hat brim with metal reinforcement.

🧪 What Should You Do?

This recall involves a chemical hazard related to Children’s costume witch - Kinder kostum HEXE.

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.

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