FRYNX (Shein) rain jacket withdrawn from the market over chemical risk
EU authorities ordered the withdrawal of this product (FRYNX (Shein) rain jacket) after it was found to pose a chemical and environmental risk. Here is how to tell if you have it, and what to do next.
How to identify it
- Product
- Shell rain jacket with a hood and zip at the front, advertised as for outdoor use.
- Brand
- FRYNX (Shein)
- Barcode
- Not listed in the notice
- Batch / lot
- Not listed in the notice
- Made in
- People's Republic of China
- Category
- Clothing & textiles
Why it's dangerous
The outer fabric areas of the product has high concentrations of C9–C14 (perfluorocarboxylic acids) (PFCA) related compounds and Perfluorooctanic acid (PFOA)-related compounds (measured values > 70 mg/kg and > 50 mg/kg respectively). These compounds are extremely persistent, environmentally mobile and may accumulate in the environment. The release of these compounds from articles contributes cumulatively to long-term and irreversible environmental contamination.
What the authorities did
Source
Last synced 10 Nov 2026, 17:45 UTC. SafeCart is an independent company, not an EU body. This page summarises the official notice, which is the authoritative record.