MinX
MinX was recalled on 10 October 2014 under EU Safety Gate alert A12/1578/14. Environment risk reported by Sweden. The artificial leather of the handbag contains short chain chlorinated paraffins (SCCPs) (measured value up to 0.
| Alert Number | A12/1578/14 |
| Brand | Bbl |
| Category | Clothing, textiles and fashion items |
| Risk Type | Environment |
| Notifying Country | Sweden |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Model Number | Style no D3535HB |
| Published | 10 October 2014 |
Risk Description
The artificial leather of the handbag contains short chain chlorinated paraffins (SCCPs) (measured value up to 0.38% by weight). 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 taking notified measure(s): OtherCategory of measure(s): -Date of entry into force: 05/06/2014
Product Description
Handbag in artificial leather in orange colour
🌍 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a environment hazard related to MinX.
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.