[Recalled] PVC sandal glitter — The plastic material of the product has an excessive concentration of lead, bis… | EU Safety Gate 2025-07-04
The product on this page is subject to an official recall. We summarise the regulator's findings and the recommended action.
Recall details
| Product | PVC sandal glitter |
|---|---|
| Brand / manufacturer | Generic |
| Category | Clothing, textiles and fashion items |
| Issuing authority | RAPEX |
| Reference | SR/02472/25 |
| Country of notice | Sweden |
| Risk level | Serious risk |
| Hazard type | Chemical |
| Notice date | 04 July 2025 |
Why it was recalled
According to the RAPEX notice, the identified hazard is: The plastic material of the product has an excessive concentration of lead, bis(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP) and dibutyl phthalate (DBP) (measured values: 13%, 11.7% and 9.2% by weight, respectively). These phthalates may harm the health by causing possible damage to the reproductive system. Lead is harmful to human health, accumulates in the body, can cause developmental neurotoxicity and may affect breast-fed or unborn children. DEHP and DBP may harm the health by causing possible damage to the reproductive system. The product does not comply with the REACH Regulation.
This Serious risk recall concerns Clothing, textiles and fashion items products distributed in Sweden and was recorded by RAPEX. Recalls in this category are published so that owners, retailers, and importers can identify affected units and act quickly.
What to do if you own this product
Stop using the product immediately and follow the authority's remedy (return, repair, or disposal).
Read the full official notice →
This page indexes a public government recall notice for reference. We do not sell or verify this product; always confirm the current status on the authority's official site.