Unknown · Bath mat

The fabric contains azo dyes releasing the aromatic amine benzidine (measured concentration up to 1664 mg/kg). When the product is in direct and prolonged contact with the skin, the aromatic amines may be absorbed by the skin. Aromatic amines can cause cancer, cell mutations and affect reproduction. The product does not comply with the REACH Regulation.

Published: 09 August 2019
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): Importer. Category of measure(s): Withdrawal of the product from the market. Date of entry into force: 19/03/2019 · Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): Importer. Category of measure(s): Recall of the product from end users. Date of entry into force: 19/03/2019

Official source alert

Product identification

Safety Gate reference: A12/1202/19
Model: Article Nos 70206 and 70207
Batch: 1) 4047125702064 2) 4047125702071
Check-digit validated barcodes: 40471257020642 · 4047125702071

Classification

Category: Other - -
Risk type: Chemical
Country of origin: India

Product description

Rectangular black bath mat 50 x 80 cm, knotted appearance (cords approx. 3 cm long and 0.5 cm thick incorporated into the base layer); Packaging: printed cardboard insert on one narrow side; plastic handle; also sold in size 60 x 100 cm.