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Woman's shoes

Chemical Clothing, textiles and fashion items Serious risk

Woman's shoes was recalled on 6 September 2019 under EU Safety Gate alert A12/1307/19. Chemical risk reported by Germany. The product contains an excessive amount of chromium (VI) in the leather (measured value 25 mg/kg).

Photo of recalled product: Woman's shoes
Alert NumberA12/1307/19
BrandAlpe
CategoryClothing, textiles and fashion items
Risk TypeChemical
Notifying CountryGermany
Country of OriginSpain
Published6 September 2019

Risk Description

The product contains an excessive amount of chromium (VI) in the leather (measured value 25 mg/kg). Chromium (VI) is sensitising and may trigger allergic reactions.The product does not comply with the REACH Regulation.

Measures Taken

Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): RetailerCategory of measure(s): Recall of the product from end usersDate of entry into force: 14/08/2019Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): RetailerCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal of the product from the marketDate of entry into force: 14/08/2019

Product Description

One pair of ladies’ summer shoes, with light-grey suede uppers, beige leather lining, light-grey suede insole, brown heel, brown plastic outer sole with heel, and long leather straps with leather tassels for fastening, size 37 according to the label.

🧪 What Should You Do?

This recall involves a chemical hazard related to Woman's shoes.

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.

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