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Flip flops — chemical risk

EU Safety GateSerious riskChemicalJun 12, 2026
Photo from the official notice: Flip flops — chemical risk

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Hazard

The plastic material of the product has an excessive concentration of dibutyl phthalate (DBP) (measured values up to 57% by weight). This phthalate may harm the health by causing possible damage to the reproductive system. The product does not comply with the REACH Regulation.

Measures taken

  • Import rejected at border — Importer (13/05/2026)

Product description

Turquoise flip flops with text "Summer" in the sole and light green straps.

What should I do?

If you own this product, stop using it and check the official notice for what the seller or authority advises (return, refund, repair or disposal). Measures listed here were reported by national authorities to the EU Safety Gate system.

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