Unknown · Chemical
Product: Children's raincoat · Kik · Various types: – pink/purple/dark blue – pink/purple with horse pattern – blue/green/dark blue – blue/orange with monster pattern
Category: Clothing, textiles and fashion items · Germany
Hazard: The product contains azo-dyes releasing an excessive amount of the aromatic amine 3,3'-dimethoxybenzidine (measured value 270 mg/kg). When the product is in direct and prolonged contact with the skin, this 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.
Official action: Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): Other Category of measure(s): Recall of the product from end users Date of entry into force: 08/09/2015Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): Other Category of measure(s): Withdrawal of the product from the market Date of entry into force: 26/08/2015