Shoes Recall – EU Safety Gate

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Published by Reclia Safety Desk | July 14, 2026

📌 EU Safety Gate Recall Notice

Product: Shoes

Brand: Shoes

Country: Malta

Hazards: Chemical Risk, Non-Compliance

What to do: Stop using this product. Follow the recall instructions for refund or replacement.

🇪🇺 Official EU Safety Gate Recall Notice
Case #SR/01419/26 |
View original notice →

Recall Summary

Product Shoes
Brand Shoes
Country Malta
Case Number SR/01419/26
Hazard Chemical Risk, Non-Compliance
Source 🇪🇺 EU Safety Gate

Recall Information Record – Reclia Database Entry

Case Number: SR/01419/26
Date of Entry: Based on source data dated 13/04/2026

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1. Recall Summary

The notifying country of Malta has issued a recall for a specific model of men’s brown leather shoes. The recall was initiated by the importer due to the product’s non-compliance with European Union regulations, specifically the REACH Regulation and the Persistent Organic Pollutants (POP) Regulation. The product was found to contain multiple hazardous chemical substances at levels exceeding legal limits. The recall action requires the product to be removed from end users.

2. Affected Products

– Product Type: Shoes (brown leather shoes, intended for men)
– Brand: Not specified in the recall notice.
– Model/Type Number: 230576
– Batch Number: Not specified in the recall notice.
– Barcode: Not specified in the recall notice.
– Country of Origin: India
– Notifying Country: Malta
– Production Dates: Not specified in the recall notice.

3. Hazard Information

The product presents a chemical risk due to the presence of several prohibited or restricted substances. The specific hazards identified in the recall notice are as follows:

– Bis(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP): The product contains excessive amounts of DEHP, measured at up to 6.58% by weight. DEHP is a phthalate that may pose a risk to human health and the environment.
– Diisobutyl phthalate (DIBP): The product contains excessive amounts of DIBP, measured at up to 2.22% by weight. DIBP is a phthalate that may pose a risk to human health and the environment.
– Short-chain chlorinated paraffins (SCCPs): The product contains excessive amounts of SCCPs. SCCPs persist in the environment, are toxic to aquatic organisms at low concentrations, and bio-accumulate in wildlife and humans, posing a risk to human health and the environment.
– Lead: The product has an excessive concentration of lead, measured at 1.28% by weight. Lead is harmful to human health, accumulates in the body, and may affect breast-fed or unborn children.
– Nonylphenol ethoxylates (NPEs): The product contains NPEs at a measured value of 266 mg/kg by weight. NPEs are endocrine-disrupting chemicals that break down into nonylphenol, which can cause serious health effects, including reproductive harm, developmental abnormalities, and potential cancer risks.

The product does not comply with the REACH Regulation nor with the POP Regulation.

4. Consumer Action Required

Consumers who have purchased the affected product (model number 230576) are advised to stop using the product immediately. The official measure taken by the importer is a recall of the product from end users. Consumers should follow the instructions provided by the importer or retailer regarding the return of the product.

5. Official Remedy

The type of economic operator taking the notified measure is the Importer. The category of measure is a recall of the product from end users. The date of entry into force for this measure is 13/04/2026. The specific remedy (e.g., refund, replacement) is not specified in the recall notice.

6. Contact Information

– Notifying Country: Malta
– Case Number: SR/01419/26
– Reference Link: https://ec.europa.eu/safety-gate-alerts/screen/webReport/alertDetail/10098899
– Company Recall Code: Not specified in the recall notice.
– Importer Contact: Not specified in the recall notice. Consumers should contact the point of purchase or the importer for further instructions regarding the recall process.

Recall Timeline

  • **Current** – Recall announced via EU Safety Gate
  • **Ongoing** – Consumers advised to stop using product
  • **Ongoing** – Refund or replacement available from manufacturer

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: How do I identify the recalled Shoes?

A: Check the product label and packaging against the official EU Safety Gate recall notice (Case #SR/01419/26).

Q: What should I do if I own the recalled Shoes?

A: The recall notice advises consumers to stop using the product immediately and follow the recall instructions.

Q: How do I get a refund or replacement for the recalled Shoes?

A: Contact the manufacturer or retailer using the information in the recall notice.

Q: What are the health risks from this chemical hazard?

A: The recall notice identifies specific chemicals of concern. Contact a healthcare provider if you have health concerns.

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Reclia is a recall information database and does not conduct product testing, safety certification,
or independent investigations.

Consumers should refer to the original EU Safety Gate notice
for complete details and official instructions.




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