Kimmon kenkä — 1) Lea 2) Heini
- Risk level
- Serious risk
- Type
- Chemical
- Category
- Clothing, textiles and fashion items
- Origin
- People's Republic of China
Hazard: The amount of chromium (VI) in the leather is too high (measured value up to 31.2 mg/kg). Chromium (VI) is sensitising and may trigger allergic reactions. The product does not comply with the REACH Regulation.
What is this? These shoes have leather parts that contain too much chromium (VI). Chromium (VI) is a chemical that can cause skin rashes or allergies.
What's happening? The shoes were sold in Finland but do not follow EU safety rules. The leather has too much chromium (VI).
Does this affect me? If you own these shoes, you might get a skin reaction from wearing them.
What should I do? Stop wearing the shoes and ask your pharmacist or doctor if you have a reaction.
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Risk level: Serious risk · Type: Chemical · Category: Clothing, textiles and fashion items · Hazard: The amount of chromium (VI) in the leather is too high (measured value up to 31.2 mg/kg). Chromium (VI) is sensitising and may trigger allergic reactions. The product does not comply with the REACH Regulation. · Origin: People's Republic of China
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