PIECES has withdrawn 2 different bags in different colours, due to finding of traces of aromatic amines in the interior lining.
PRODUCT: Woman’s Bags
BRAND: PIECES
NAME: 17032250 DAIMI HEMP/COGNAC – PU Bag, in stores since 16 June 2011 + 17034905 PATTI – Canvas Bag, in stores since 8 July 2011
REASON: Traces of aromatic amines in interior lining
PIECES has withdrawn 2 different bags in different colours, due to finding of traces of aromatic amines in the interior lining.
PIECES conducts regular tests in international laboratories to ensure that our products are in compliance with our chemical restrictions and safety requirements. Unfortunately PIECES has found that the above mentioned PIECES bags do not meet our quality and safety restrictions. The tests have shown traces of aromatic amines in the interior lining of the bags and are considered illegal by the regulations set by REACH.
We are carefully investigating this breach in our restrictions in order to actively prevent any recurrence.
It is illegal to colour textiles and leather with Azo dyes that can release one or more of 22 aromatic amines. The ban applies to textile and leather articles which may come into direct contact with skin or oral cavity for a longer period of time. The 22 amines are banned because of their carcinogenic properties.
We have therefore immediately withdrawn the bags from all point of sales.
PIECES gives anyone who possesses one of these bags the possibility to return the bag to any PIECES store or to the store where it was purchased. Customers will receive a full refund and are offered a PIECES product of choice at the value of 30 Euros for their inconvenience.
If you have any questions concerning these products, please contact PIECES Product Manager Charlotte Holm at +45 82 38 81 00 or charlotte.holm@bestseller.com.
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