Dr. Martens Vegan boots

Class II - Moderate

What Should You Do?

  1. Check if you have this product:
    (About 30,000 (in addition, about 900 in Canada))
  2. Do not eat it: Even if it looks and smells fine, do not consume this product.
  3. Throw it away or return it: You can return the product to the store for a full refund.
  4. Report problems: Report any issues to the FDA's Safety Reporting Portal.

Recall Details

Company:
Unknown Manufacturer
Reason for Recall:
Prolonged and direct contact with the boot tongue lining can expose the wearer to the chemical benzidine.
Classification:
Class II - Moderate

Products that might cause a temporary health problem, or pose a slight threat of a serious nature.

Status:
ongoing
Hazard:
Prolonged and direct contact with the boot tongue lining can expose the wearer to the chemical benzidine.
Remedy:
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled boots and contact Dr. Martens for a full refund or free replacement product.

Product Images

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Product Information

Full 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.

Product Codes/Lot Numbers:

(About 30,000 (in addition, about 900 in Canada))

Official Source

Always verify recall information with the official CPSC source:

View on CPSC.gov

CPSC Recall Number: 17211

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