Children's underpants (3 pairs)
Chemical Clothing, textiles and fashion items Serious risk
| Alert Number | 0271/08 |
| Brand | TEDi GmbH & Co. KG |
| Category | Clothing, textiles and fashion items |
| Risk Type | Chemical |
| Notifying Country | Germany |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Model Number | Barcode 59484002221000000300, article No 5948400, delivery note No 188497, EAN code 0821849729170. |
| Published | 7 March 2008 |
Risk Description
The product poses a chemical risk because it contains 236 mg/kg of benzidine, which is a known human carcinogen which can easily be absorbed through the skin. It is harmful to the blood and weakens the bone marrow.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 and recall from consumersDate of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
Three pairs of children’s underpants (black, orange, black and orange stripes) in a plastic bag attached to printed card; with labelling "Kinderwäsche 3 Slips Grösse 128/134" (3 pairs of children’s underpants, size 128/134), price €3, "TEDi GmbH & Co. KG ", 100% cotton.