Asda recalls handbags over ‘serious’ chemical risk
Asda is recalling three lines of ladies' handbags after they were found to pose a "serious" chemical risk which may cause damage to the reproductive system. The bags, which are all black and have an "unknown" country of origin, contain excessive concentrations of Di(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP), the Office for Product Safety and Standards (OPSS) said.
TL;DR
- Asda is recalling three lines of ladies' handbags.
- The handbags pose a serious chemical risk.
- They contain excessive concentrations of Di(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP).
- DEHP may cause damage to the reproductive system.
- The bags are all black and their country of origin is unknown.
- The Office for Product Safety and Standards (OPSS) announced the recall.