Recalls of toddler leisure shoes for excessive concentrations of phthalates

Combi (Shanghai) Co., Ltd. has submitted a recall scheme dated from 18 July 2016 to 17 January 2017 to the Shanghai Municipal Bureau of Quality and Technical Supervision as per Administrative Measures for Recalls of Defective Consumer Products. The recalls cover 420 pairs of toddler leisure boots (model No./ specification: BD301E, manufacture date: 10 September 2015).

For your information, the products fall under the scope are recalled due to excessive levels of phthalates in the vamp, which can pose a great hazard by causing sexual prematurity of children or adversely affect their nervous development in terms of long-term use. Combi (Shanghai) Co., Ltd. will refund the relevant products.

C&K Testing advises importers should attach great importance to product testing to avoid losses arising from recalls.

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