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Elegenat Oxford Skulde

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Elegenat Oxford Skulde was recalled on 21 February 2020 under EU Safety Gate alert A12/00235/20. Environment risk reported by Norway. The bag contains short-chain chlorinated paraffins (SCCPs) (measured value up to 0.

Photo of recalled product: Elegenat Oxford Skulde
Alert NumberA12/00235/20
CategoryClothing, textiles and fashion items
Risk TypeEnvironment
Notifying CountryNorway
Country of OriginPeople's Republic of China
Model NumberNO:322
Published21 February 2020

Risk Description

The bag contains short-chain chlorinated paraffins (SCCPs) (measured value up to 0.85%). The placing on the market and use of articles containing SCCPs is banned. SCCPs persist in the environment, are toxic to aquatic organisms at low concentrations and bioaccumulate in wildlife and humans, posing a risk to human health and the environment. The product does not comply with the Regulation on persistent organic pollutants (POP 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: 01/11/2019Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): ExporterCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal of the product from the marketDate of entry into force: 03/11/2019

Product Description

Black shoulder bag. Mix of leather and plastic.

🌍 What Should You Do?

This recall involves a environment hazard related to Elegenat Oxford Skulde.

About this risk

This product contains substances harmful to the environment, such as excessive heavy metals, ozone-depleting chemicals, or pollutants that do not comply with EU environmental regulations.

Recommended action

Do not dispose of this product in regular household waste. Take it to a certified waste collection point. Check with your local municipality for hazardous waste disposal options.

Who is at risk?

While the direct health risk may be lower, environmental contamination affects entire communities.

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