Socks
Socks was recalled on 3 October 2025 under EU Safety Gate alert SR/03422/25. Chemical, Environment risk reported by Sweden. The product has an excessive concentration of nonylphenol ethoxylates (measured value up to 0.
| Alert Number | SR/03422/25 |
| Category | Clothing, textiles and fashion items |
| Risk Type | Chemical, Environment |
| Notifying Country | Sweden |
| Country of Origin | Unknown |
| Model Number | SI2410272133405431 |
| Published | 3 October 2025 |
Risk Description
The product has an excessive concentration of nonylphenol ethoxylates (measured value up to 0.039 % by weight).Nonylphenol ethoxylates are endocrine disruptors, aquatic toxins, and bioaccumulative substances, leading to reproductive and developmental harm in aquatic life and potential human health issues like reproductive problems and an increased risk of hormone-related cancers. The product does not comply with the REACH Regulation.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): DistributorCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal of the product from the marketDate of entry into force: 19/09/2025
Product Description
Wool socks, intended for women. Product sold online, in particular via Shein (product identifier: 47527021).
🧪 🌍 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a chemical, environment hazard related to Socks .
About this risk
Chemical: This product contains prohibited or hazardous chemical substances that may cause skin irritation, allergic reactions, or long-term health effects. Environment: 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
Chemical: 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. Environment: 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?
Anyone who has used this product, especially children, pregnant women, and people with sensitive skin. While the direct health risk may be lower, environmental contamination affects entire communities.