Boland · Mask

The amount of nickel released from the rivets connecting the rubber band to the mask is too high (measured value up to 5.27 µg/cm²/week). Nickel is a strong sensitiser and can cause allergic reactions if present in articles that come into direct and prolonged contact with the skin. The product does not comply with the REACH Regulation.

Published: 04 May 2018
Notifying authority: Germany
Catalog checked: 30 July 2026

What should you do?

Check the authority measure and original alert.

Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): Retailer. Category of measure(s): Ban on the marketing of the product and any accompanying measures. Date of entry into force: 10/04/2018

Official source alert

Product identification

Safety Gate reference: A12/0614/18
Batch: 8712026721501
Check-digit validated barcodes: 8712026721501

Classification

Category: Clothing, textiles and fashion items
Risk type: Chemical
Country of origin: People's Republic of China

Product description

A mask with skull design and curved horns, which covers the forehead, eyes and cheeks. It is held in place by a riveted rubber band. Packaging: folding cardboard with perforation and illustration.