Men's shoes
Men's shoes was recalled on 5 March 2010 under EU Safety Gate alert 0414/10. Chemical risk reported by Bulgaria. The product poses a chemical risk because it contains 62.
| Alert Number | 0414/10 |
| Brand | Xinyuan |
| Category | Clothing, textiles and fashion items |
| Risk Type | Chemical |
| Notifying Country | Bulgaria |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Model Number | Item 506. |
| Published | 5 March 2010 |
Risk Description
The product poses a chemical risk because it contains 62.5 mg/kg dimethylfumarate (DMF) in the sachets.Dimethylfumarate is a substance which is strongly sensitising on contact with the skin, and consumer products containing dimethylfumarate are banned according to Commission Decision 2009/251/EC.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: OtherCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal from the market and recall from consumers ordered by the authorities.Date of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
Men’s lace-up shoes „XINYUAN” with a decorative buckle, item No. 506. The shoes are sold together with a shoehorn made of PVC. They are packed in a cardboard box which also contains a sachet with an anti-moisture agent on which there is an inscription „MOULDPROOF AGENT DO NOT EAT”. The shoes emit a strong odour of a chemical substance.
🧪 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a chemical hazard related to Men's shoes.
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.