Scarves - Lainey
| Alert Number | 1321/10 |
| Brand | Unknown |
| Category | Clothing, textiles and fashion items |
| Risk Type | Chemical |
| Notifying Country | Germany |
| Country of Origin | Unknown |
| Model Number | Barcode 13642001731000000300, Article number 13642/00 |
| Published | 27 August 2010 |
Risk Description
The product poses a chemical risk because it contains the azo-dye "dispersion yellow 23" (706 mg/kg), which releases the carcinogenic amine 4-amino azobenzene (49 mg/kg). The product therefore does not comply with the REACH Regulation.In addition, the product contains "dispersion orange 37/76" (165 mg/kg), which is sensitising on contact with the skin according to the expert working group "Textiles" related to the Federal Institute for Risk Assessment (BfR).
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): OtherCategory of measure(s): Voluntary stop of sales.Date of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
Two textile scarves, dark green/turquoise with black designs (flower motifs); presented without packaging, on a plastic ring with a hanger and a cardboard label attached.