Dr. Martens Vegan Boots Recalled by Airwair Due to Chemical Exposure Hazard
CPSC Recall1 injuries · 2017-08-24 · 17211
Hazards
Prolonged and direct contact with the boot tongue lining can expose the wearer to the chemical benzidine.
Recall
Number
17211
Date
2017-08-24
Injuries reported
1
Products
Names
Dr. Martens Vegan boots
Remedies
Options
Refund; Replace
Companies
Retailer(s)
Dr. Martens, Journeys and independent stores nationwide and online at Amazon.com, DrMartens.com, Shoebuy.com and other websites from January 2015 through July 2017 for about $125.
Importer(s)
Airwair, of Portland, Ore.
Country of manufacture
Vietnam
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.