Recalls / 2017-08-24
Dr. Martens Vegan Boots Recalled by Airwair Due to Chemical Exposure Hazard
17211 · Recalled 2017-08-24 · CPSC page
Description
This recall involves Dr. Martens unisex Vegan 1460 eight eye boots sold in cherry red with black shoelaces in all sizes. The boots have a chunky sole and a golden heel pull tab with "AirWair" printed on it. "Made in Vietnam" and product code 14585 are printed on the tongue label with the batch code starting with "GV" and ending in Q, R or S.
Hazards
Prolonged and direct contact with the boot tongue lining can expose the wearer to the chemical benzidine.
Reported injuries
None reported
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled boots and contact Dr. Martens for a full refund or free replacement product.
Products
| Name | Model | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Martens Vegan boots | About 30,000 (in addition, about 900 in Canada) |
Parties
- Importer
- Airwair, of Portland, Ore.
- Made in
- Vietnam
- Sold at
- Dr. Martens, Journeys, independent, online at Amazon.com, DrMartens.com, Shoebuy.com, other websites
Consumer contact
Dr. Martens at 800-460-3930 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, email at dmservice@drmartens.com, or online at www.drmartens.com and click on "Product Recall" for more information.
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Source: CPSC recall 17211. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.