Children's underpants (3 pairs)
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Children's underpants sold in packs of three pairs have been recalled due to a chemical safety hazard. The product, marketed under the brand TEDi GmbH & Co. KG in sizes 128/134, contains 236 mg/kg of benzidine, a known human carcinogen that can be absorbed through the skin and may harm blood cells and bone marrow. The affected items are black, orange, or black-and-orange striped underpants made of 100% cotton that were priced at €3 and distributed in Germany.
The manufacturer has voluntarily withdrawn the product from the market and initiated a recall. The record does not specify what steps consumers should take if they have purchased this product.
Written by software from the official notice below. Not reviewed by a lawyer.
The product poses a chemical risk because it contains 236 mg/kg of benzidine, which is a known human carcinogen which can easily be absorbed through the skin. It is harmful to the blood and weakens the bone marrow.This product does not comply with the Chemical Restrictions Directive 76/769/EEC.
Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): OtherCategory of measure(s): Voluntary withdrawal from the market and recall from consumersDate of entry into force: Unknown
Three pairs of children’s underpants (black, orange, black and orange stripes) in a plastic bag attached to printed card; with labelling "Kinderwäsche 3 Slips Grösse 128/134" (3 pairs of children’s underpants, size 128/134), price €3, "TEDi GmbH & Co. KG ", 100% cotton. Model: Barcode 59484002221000000300, article No 5948400, delivery note No 188497, EAN code 0821849729170. Notifying country: Germany
Official record: EU Safety Gate ↗
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