Hiking shoes
12th June 2010
Item Description:
Type/number of model: Item No: 211019; EAN-Code: *EA4706608120100007
Description: One pair of men`s shoes, upper material brown suede, insole and lining made of black and grey fabric, outer sole with profile of black and grey elastomer, brown shoelaces.
Country of origin: China
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Danger:
Chemical
The product poses a chemical risk because it contains 0.14 (± 0.02) mg/kg of dimethylfumarate (DMF) in the brown suede (upper material); 0.15 (± 0.02) mg/kg in the black fabric of the insole; and 0.34 (± 0.02) mg/kg in the brown shoelaces.
Dimethylfumarate is a substance which is strongly sensitising on contact with the skin, and consumer products containing dimethylfumarate are banned according to Commission Decision 2009/251/EC.
Action Taken:
Voluntary recall from consumers by the manufacturer.
Notifying Country:
Germany
The Next Step...
If you purchased this item, get in touch with the place you bought it from to find out what to do next.
If you live in the UK and need further advice, please contact Consumer Direct on 08454 04 05 06 or www.consumerdirect.gov.uk.
Notes & History:
12th June 2010 by Recalls Importer
Item imported from European Commission RAPEX
