Shoes – Ladies' boots
Shoes – Ladies' boots was recalled on 1 June 2007 under EU Safety Gate alert 0482/07. Chemical risk reported by Bulgaria. The product poses a chemical risk because the textile components of the shoes contain a high level of 384,8 mg/kg of formaldehyde, which exceed the maximum amount of 75 mg/kg.
| Alert Number | 0482/07 |
| Brand | Unknown |
| Category | Clothing, textiles and fashion items |
| Risk Type | Chemical |
| Notifying Country | Bulgaria |
| Country of Origin | Unknown |
| Model Number | 6199-2 |
| Published | 1 June 2007 |
Risk Description
The product poses a chemical risk because the textile components of the shoes contain a high level of 384,8 mg/kg of formaldehyde, which exceed the maximum amount of 75 mg/kg. This can cause irritations and allergic reactions and is therefore dangerous for the health and safety of consumers. Formaldehyde has low allergic potential, i.e. allergic reactions may be caused by small amounts of formaldehyde.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: OtherCategory of measure(s): Sales ban, withdrawal from the market and information to consumers ordered by the authorities. Press release has been issued.Date of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
Ladies’ boots, green colour, with plastic label tagged to the tongue, with the following indication: "AB ANCHOR BLUE", with sewed textile band around the foot with indication: "Al BgANA SPORT". Packaging: pink box indicating: "art. # 6199-2" and "KRASEL"
🧪 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a chemical hazard related to Shoes – Ladies' boots .
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.