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Lindex Disney 'Frozen' socks — chemical risk

EU Safety GateSerious riskChemicalSep 22, 2017
Photo from the official notice: Lindex Disney 'Frozen' socks — chemical risk

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Hazard

The socks with the 'Anna' character contain azo dyes releasing the aromatic amine 4,4-Methylenedianiline in a concentration of 54 mg/kg. When the product is in direct and prolonged contact with the skin, the 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 (17/08/2017)

Product description

Children's socks, 3-pack, sizes 22/24, 25/27, 28/30, 31/33, printed with characters from "Frozen" (Anna, Olaf, Elsa).

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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