Cotton Printed Bed Sheet Double

Chemical Clothing, textiles and fashion items Serious risk
Photo of recalled product: Cotton Printed Bed Sheet Double
Alert NumberA12/0626/16
BrandUnknown
CategoryClothing, textiles and fashion items
Risk TypeChemical
Notifying CountryFinland
Country of OriginIndia
Model NumberZodiac printed
Published20 May 2016

Risk Description

null The red textile material contains azo dyes releasing aromatic amine benzidine (measured value: 870 mg/kg). When the product is in direct and prolonged contact with the skin, this aromatic amine may be absorbed by the skin. Aromatic amines can cause cancer, cell mutations and affect reproduction.The product does not comply with the REACH Regulation.

Measures Taken

Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: OtherCategory of measure(s): Import rejected at borderDate of entry into force: 01/04/2016

Product Description

Big cotton bedspread (size: 210 x 240 cm) with zodiac patterns and inscriptions. The bedspread is dyed with red and black colours. It is packed in a transparent plastic bag.

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