Lindex · Disney 'Frozen'

The socks with the 'Anna' character contain azo dyes releasing the aromatic amine 4,4-Methylenedianiline in a concentration of 54 mg/kg. When the product is in direct and prolonged contact with the skin, the Aromatic Amine 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: 22 September 2017
Notifying authority: Sweden
Catalog checked: 30 July 2026

What should you do?

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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: 17/08/2017

Official source alert

Product identification

Safety Gate reference: A12/1281/17
Model: 3-pack
Batch: Batch 8331 / Barcode : 833 7410285 5170-1611

Classification

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

Product description

Children's socks, 3-pack, sizes 22/24, 25/27, 28/30, 31/33, printed with characters from "Frozen" (Anna, Olaf, Elsa).