ATTN: 30,000 Pairs of Dr. Martens Recalled
(September 1, 2017) Customers who have purchased the boots risk chemical exposure.
Courtesy of the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
The popular shoe brand Dr. Martens issued a recall on August 24, 2017 for about 30,000 pairs of their boots. These products are currently being recalled due to possible exposure to benzidine, a manufactured chemical that may cause skin allergy.
The recall concerns their cherry red 1460 Vegan boots. These shoes have a black shoelaces and a golden heel loop. Printed on the tongue label are the following: "Made in Vietnam," the product code "14585," and a batch code beginning with "GV" and ending with "Q," "R," or "S."
The boots were sold for $125 at Dr. Martens, Journeys, and independent retailers. They were also distributed online through Amazon, Shoebuy.com, and other websites.
Steps To Take
If you have purchased Dr. Martens' cherry red 1460 Vegan boots, you should stop wearing them immediately and contact the company for a full refund or a free replacement. Dr. Martens' can be reached at 800-460-3930, Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. PST.
If you have further questions, you can email them at dmservice@drmartens.com, or consult their website and under “Product Recall” for more information.
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