Affari · Cuddle Retro

The textile material in the cushion cover contains azo dyes releasing the aromatic amine benzidine (measured concentration up to 92 mg/kg). When the product is in direct and prolonged contact with the skin, this 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: 18 November 2016
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: 17/08/2016

Official source alert

Product identification

Safety Gate reference: A12/1494/16
Model: Article number 080-260-00

Classification

Category: Clothing, textiles and fashion items
Risk type: Chemical
Country of origin: India

Product description

Red/cerise coloured, velvet cushion cover made of cotton.