ASDA recalls men's Khaki and Grey Hiker boots and shoes over PFAS including PFOA above legal limits
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OPSS recall 2610-0025: ASDA men's Hiker boots and shoes were found to contain PFAS, including PFOA, above permitted REACH limits. Stop using them and return them to ASDA for a full refund; no receipt is needed.
What happened
ASDA has recalled men's hiker boots and shoes from end users. Testing found PFAS, including PFOA, above permitted levels. The Office for Product Safety and Standards published the recall notice (case 2610-0025).
Affected products
Brand: ASDA. Country of origin: China. Khaki Hiker Boot, article 1100226294, barcodes 5059202354010, 5059202354034, 5059202354058, 5059202353853, 5059202353877, 5059202353891. Khaki Hiker Boot, article 1100245442, barcodes 5059204617151, 5059204617175, 5059204617199, 5059204617090, 5059204617113, 5059204617137. Khaki Hiker Shoe, article 1100243431, barcodes 5059204347379, 5059204347393, 5059204347416, 5059204347317, 5059204347331, 5059204347355. Grey Hiker Boot, article 1100264858, barcodes 5059206979271, 5059206979295, 5059206979417, 5059206979431, 5059206979219, 5059206979233, 5059206979257. Grey Hiker Shoe, article 1100226297, barcodes 5059202354737, 5059202354751, 5059202354775, 5059202353976, 5059202353990, 5059202354713.
The risk
Testing found PFAS, including PFOA, above the permitted regulatory limit. Prolonged exposure may pose a risk to human health and may cause damage to the reproductive system. The product does not meet the requirements of the REACH Regulations 2008.
What to do
Stop using the product immediately. Return it to the nearest ASDA store for a full refund. You do not need a receipt. For more information, contact ASDA on 0330 053 0111.
What you can doAI-generated
- ✓Stop wearing your ASDA men's Khaki or Grey Hiker boots or shoes immediately if you own them. PFOA, a toxic chemical, was found above legal limits in these products.
- ✓Check the barcode on your boots or shoes against the full list on the ASDA website. The affected styles are Khaki Hiker Boot, Khaki Hiker Shoe, Grey Hiker Boot, and Grey Hiker Shoe made in China.
- ✓Take the shoes back to your nearest ASDA store for a full refund. You don't need your receipt.
- ✓Call ASDA on 0330 053 0111 if you can't visit a store or have questions about whether your pair is affected.
Always consult a healthcare professional for personal medical advice.
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