Handbag
Chemical Clothing, textiles and fashion items Serious risk
| Alert Number | A12/0420/17 |
| Brand | 5th Avenue |
| Category | Clothing, textiles and fashion items |
| Risk Type | Chemical |
| Notifying Country | Germany |
| Country of Origin | India |
| Model Number | Article numbers: 4102230 and 4102231 |
| Published | 7 April 2017 |
Risk Description
null The amount of chromium (VI) found in the leather in various parts of the bag (e.g. the strap of the handbag) is too high (measured value: up to 62 mg/kg). Chromium (VI) is sensitising and may trigger allergic reactions. The product does not comply with the REACH regulation.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): ImporterCategory of measure(s): Recall of the product from end usersDate of entry into force: 28/02/2017
Product Description
Ladies' handbag made of beige or black suede with leather fringes, interior beige textile lining, inner pocket with zipper, large pockets; magnetic fastener, strap bracket and adjustable buckle made of silver-grey metal; not packaged.