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ETAM boots and booties — chemical risk

EU Safety GateSerious riskChemicalNov 21, 2008

Hazard

The products pose a chemical risk because they contain anti-mould sachets with dimethylfumarate (DMF), a biocidal substance used to prevent mould, which may cause irritations and allergies to certain persons. The allergy results in: an itching sensation, redness, burns and, in some cases, articular pains (rheumatism).

Measures taken

  • Voluntary withdrawal from the market and recall from consumers — Other

Product description

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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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