Double leather velcro strap

Chemical Clothing, textiles and fashion items Serious risk
Photo of recalled product: Double leather velcro strap
Alert NumberA12/01838/20
BrandVuxen
CategoryClothing, textiles and fashion items
Risk TypeChemical
Notifying CountryNorway
Country of OriginUnited Kingdom
Published25 December 2020

Risk Description

The leather in the product contains chromium VI (measured value up to 7.8 mg/kg). Chromium (VI) is sensitising, can trigger allergic reactions and can cause cancer. The product does not comply with REACH Regulation.

Measures Taken

Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: OtherCategory of measure(s): Stop of salesDate of entry into force: 15/09/2020Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): DistributorCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal of the product from the marketDate of entry into force: 15/09/2020

Product Description

Double Velcro leather strap for wrist or ankle wear. The product is sold online.

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