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Choice leather wallet — chemical risk

EU Safety GateSerious riskChemicalFeb 26, 2016
Photo from the official notice: Choice leather wallet — chemical risk

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Hazard

The amount of chromium (VI) found in the leather is too high (measured value 22.1 mg/kg). Chromium (VI) is sensitising and might trigger allergic reactions. Moreover, it contains azo-dyes releasing the aromatic amine benzidine (measured concentration 39.4 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.

Measures taken

  • Withdrawal of the product from the market — Importer (11/02/2016)
  • Withdrawal of the product from the market — Distributor (11/02/2016)

Product description

Brown leather wallet with decorative stitching, fixed to a cardboard packaging.

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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