United KingdomRiver Island Pink Floral Heat Seal Droplet Bucket Handbag (pink bucket-style handbag with gold-coloured chain strap, product number 927917) is recalled. It was recalled because the soldering on the metal chain contains an excess concentration of lead, presenting a serious chemical risk and not meeting the REACH Regulations 2008. Consumers should stop using the product immediately and return it to River Island Customer Service Parcels Freepost, MK17 8EW for a full refund.
What's being recalled
Product Recall for River Island Pink Bucket Handbag presenting a serious chemical risk.
Type: Clothing, textiles and fashion items - Personal bags
Brand: River Island
Product Number: 927917
Sales Period: 18 June 2025 - 3 November 2025
Country of Origin: Bhutan
Product Description: Pink bucket-style handbag with gold-coloured chain strap.
How to identify it
PSD notification number: 2511-0235
Notified by: Local Authority Trading Standards
The hazard
The product presents a serious chemical risk as the soldering on the metal chain contains an excess concentration of lead. Exposure to lead may cause a wide range of adverse effects, including damage to the kidneys, the circulatory system, and the developing brain. The unborn child and young children are at greater risk to lead exposure.
Further information on the health effects of lead exposure can be accessed on Gov.uk at the following link: Gov.uk - Properties - Lead.
The product does not meet the requirements of the REACH Regulations 2008.
What to do
The product has been recalled from end users.
We recommend that consumers stop using the product immediately and return it to River Island for a full refund. For both instore and online purchases, consumers are advised to return the product to: River Island Customer Service Parcels Freepost, MK17 8EW
For more information, please access the River Island recall page at the following link: Product Recall - River Island.
The official notice
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