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Chemical Clothing, textiles and fashion items Serious risk
| Alert Number | A12/0694/15 |
| Brand | Unknown |
| Category | Clothing, textiles and fashion items |
| Risk Type | Chemical |
| Notifying Country | Germany |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Model Number | Item NO 29488 |
| Published | 29 May 2015 |
Risk Description
null The scarf contains azo dyes releasing the aromatic amine 4-Methyl-1,3-phenylenediamine (measured concentration 77.7 mg/kg). When the product is in direct and prolonged contact with the skin, the aromatic amine may be absorbed by the skin. Aromatic amines can cause cancer, cell mutations and affect reproduction. The product does not comply with the REACH Regulation.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): OtherCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal of the product from the marketDate of entry into force: 09/03/2015
Product Description
White scarf, multicoloured 'Deutschland' lettering, black fringes at the ends of the scarf, measurements: 14 x 130 cm.