Dr. Martens Vegan Boots Recalled by Airwair Due to Chemical Exposure Hazard

Dr. Martens Vegan boots

Date of Recall

2017-08-24

CPSC Release Number

17-211

Manufactured In

Vietnam

Units

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

Importer

Airwair, of Portland, Ore.

Sold By

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.

Problem/Hazard

Prolonged and direct contact with the boot tongue lining can expose the wearer to the chemical benzidine.  

Injuries/Incidents

None reported

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.

Remedy

Refund

Consumer Contact

Dr. Martens at 800-460-3930 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, email at [email protected], or online at www.drmartens.com and click on "Product Recall" for more information.

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