Cycling gloves carrying the PRO, SHIMANO or SAINT mark
Cycling gloves carrying the PRO, SHIMANO or SAINT mark was recalled on 21 December 2007 under EU Safety Gate alert 1321/07. Chemical risk reported by The Netherlands. The product poses a carcinogenic risk because certain gloves contain the aromatic amine benzidine in levels up to 450 mg/kg in the red part of the gloves race red cw7u107334.
| Alert Number | 1321/07 |
| Brand | PRO, SHIMANO or SAINT |
| Category | Hobby/sports equipment |
| Risk Type | Chemical |
| Notifying Country | The Netherlands |
| Country of Origin | Pakistan |
| Model Number | all cycling gloves manufactured in Pakistan, (and marketed) bearing the PRO, SHIMANO or SAINT mark |
| Published | 21 December 2007 |
Risk Description
The product poses a carcinogenic risk because certain gloves contain the aromatic amine benzidine in levels up to 450 mg/kg in the red part of the gloves race red cw7u107334. Risk-assessment based on a worst case exposure scenario resulted in a slight higher risk level than the NRL (negligible risk level) for Benzidine.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): OtherCategory of measure(s): Voluntary withdrawal from the market and recall from consumers. Date of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
The majority of cycling gloves affected by this corrective action will carry a label showing that they were manufactured in Pakistan. However, some cycling gloves which have no visible label may also be affected by this corrective action. Gloves which carry a label indicating that they were manufactured in a country other than Pakistan are not affected by this recall. The label is located on the inside cuff area of the gloves.
🧪 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a chemical hazard related to Cycling gloves carrying the PRO, SHIMANO or SAINT mark.
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.