Unknown · Leather handbag

The amount of nickel released from the clasp of the bag is too high (measured value up to 51 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: 12 October 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): Recall of the product from end users. Date of entry into force: 18/08/2018

Official source alert

Product identification

Safety Gate reference: A12/1493/18
Model: Article No 84049
Batch: 4008280340874
Check-digit validated barcodes: 4008280340874

Classification

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

Product description

Handbag with detachable strap, available in various designs, with a silvery metal ball clasp. No packaging.