Heavy jacket - Diffusion
Heavy jacket - Diffusion was recalled on 12 November 2010 under EU Safety Gate alert 1666/10. Chemical risk reported by Italy. The product poses a chemical risk because it contains Hexavalent Chromium, in concentrations varying from 1.
| Alert Number | 1666/10 |
| Brand | L & S |
| Category | Clothing, textiles and fashion items |
| Risk Type | Chemical |
| Notifying Country | Italy |
| Country of Origin | Unknown |
| Model Number | Articles 9813 and 9815 |
| Published | 12 November 2010 |
Risk Description
The product poses a chemical risk because it contains Hexavalent Chromium, in concentrations varying from 1.6 to 14.1 mg/kg. Given that Oeko Tex Standard 100 states that, to ensure optimum quality, total chromium content should be less than 1 mg/kg for children’s clothing and less than 2 mg/kg for all other clothing, regardless of whether it is in contact with the skin, and that Chromium VI should actually be below the detection threshold, we feel a limit of 5 mg/kg of Chromium VI is a practical threshold beyond which there is a serious risk of allergic contact dermatitis. In support of this, there are clinical studies which indicate that, for leather goods, 50% of sensitive subjects experienced contact dermatitis at this level. By analogy, and given that these articles will be in direct contact with the skin for possibly an entire working day, we believe that they pose a serious risk of allergy to consumers.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: OtherCategory of measure(s): Seizure of the products ordered by the authorities.Date of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
Article 9813: Women’s purple velvet jacket with a zipper (metallic pull tab) and snaps. The lining is of a brighter purple colour. The beige label sewn to the inside of the garment and the cardboard swing ticket (beige with a brown border) attached to it bears its brand, beneath which is printed “Diffusion”, again in brown. The same information is printed in black on the transparent packaging of the garment. Article 9815: Women’s brown velvet jacket with a zipper (metallic pull tab) and snaps, including on the front pockets and collar. The beige label sewn to the inside of the garment and the cardboard swing ticket (beige with a brown border) attached to it bears its brand, beneath which is printed “Diffusion”, again in brown. The same information is printed vertically in black on the transparent packaging of the garment.
🧪 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a chemical hazard related to Heavy jacket - Diffusion.
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.