The North Korean government has analyzed the quality of some products on fast-selling platforms such as Shein and AliExpressand has published a list of items offered on those pages containing toxic substances above the permitted limits.
For example, a concentration of arranged (a carcinogenic substance) of about 87.9 mg/kg, i.e. almost three times what is allowed in South Korea. The substance is used as a dye and is classified as a Group 1 human carcinogen by the International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC).
They have also been detected cadmium and lead in enamelled tableware. The concentration of these substances in these products also exceeds what is permitted by local authorities, which can lead to diseases such as kidney damage, lung cancer and neurological disorders, according to the report. ABC.
Bacteria have also been identified from Staphylococcus aureus in beauty products such as lip balms or water nail polishes. In addition, high levels of dioxane and nickel have been found, which can affect vital organs.
Kim Tae-hee, director of the Seoul Department of Public Health, has highlighted the seriousness of the presence of these substances in some Shein and Aliexpress items and has recommended being especially cautious with products that are going to be sold. use for food or those intended to be in contact with the skin.
Shein has assured that it is taken very seriously about product safety and that our products are safe and reliable. The Chinese company has indicated that it works with external companies that carry out audits to ensure that its products are manufactured with all safety standards. According to the cited media, in the last year Shein has carried out 400,000 safety tests, analyzing the chemical elements of its articles.
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