Asda recalls handbags which pose 'serious' chemical risk to reproductive system

Asda recalls handbags which pose 'serious' chemical risk to reproductive system Asda is recalling three lines of women's handbags which were found to contain excessive concentrations of a chemical that may cause damage to the reproductive system Asda is recalling three lines of women's handbags after they were found to present a "serious chemical risk". The bags, which are all black and have an "unknown" country of origin, contain "excessive concentrations" of the chemical Di(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP), the Office for Product Safety and Standards (OPSS) said. Phthalates, which are sometimes added to plastic to make it softer and more flexible, may harm the health of young children and teenagers, in particular to their reproductive systems, the OPSS added. Asda has recalled the £10 Front Pocket Xbody Bag carrying the product code 1100258937001; the £16 Opp Tote Bag with the product code 1100260834001; and the £8 Black Nylon Phone Bag with the product code 1100258939001. The OPSS said: "We recommend that consumers stop using the product immediately. Return the product to any Asda store for a full refund." Consumers can contact Asda on 0330 053 0111 for further information.