Children's shoes
Children's shoes was recalled on 13 November 2009 under EU Safety Gate alert 1479/09. Chemical risk reported by Estonia. The product poses a chemical risk because it contains 916.
| Alert Number | 1479/09 |
| Brand | Flower Girl |
| Category | Clothing, textiles and fashion items |
| Risk Type | Chemical |
| Notifying Country | Estonia |
| Country of Origin | Belgium |
| Model Number | Article No. 155280, barcode on packaging 4001552800328, size 32. |
| Published | 13 November 2009 |
Risk Description
The product poses a chemical risk because it contains 916.2 mg/kg dimethylfumarate (DMF) in the sachets (substance not present in footwear).Dimethylfumarate is a substance which is strongly sensitising on contact with the skin, and consumer products containing dimethylfumarate are banned according to Commission Decision 2009/251/EC.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: OtherCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal from the market ordered by the authorities.Date of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
Girls' shoes in dark-brown and taupe colour, packed in a cardboard box bearing the words “Flower Girl” and a label indicating the number of the article, colour, size and a sticker with information in Lithuanian, Latvian and Estonian about the distributors, manufacturer and country of origin. In the box of shoes there is a mould-proof sachet with information: “ACTIVE MINERAL ANTI-MOLDS DO NOT EAT!!”
🧪 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a chemical hazard related to Children's shoes .
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.