Primark are recalling thousands of men’s flip-flops, as they are suspected of containing hazardous amounts of chrysene.
The chemical which is commonly used in dark dyes, is a known carcinogen that can cause cancer.
The flip-flops are black, blue and khaki sandals from its Cedar Wood State range.
Primark say any customer who may have bought them is advised to return them to the nearest store for a full refund.
The batches and sizes affected are:
Khaki – 02387/07, 08, 09
Black – 02387/01, 02, 03
Blue – 02387/04, 05, 06
None of these products were sold in Ireland.