High level of Chromium (VI) in Roeckl Sports Riding Glove (PT. Young Jin Sport)

• Indonesia European Union Germany

• REACH Regulation / Implementation Leather Reputational Risk Textile Trade

Rapid Alert System for dangerous non-food products

RAPEX message: Voluntary measure: withdrawal of the product from the market .

Product: Roeckl Sports Riding Glove. Brand Name: Roeckl Sports. The amount of chromium (VI) in the leather is too high (measured values: up to 8.6 mg / kg). Chromium (VI) is sensitizing and can cause allergic reactions. The product does not meet the requirements for personal protective equipment and the REACH Regulation. 

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