Breeze Shoes (Clarks) - Chemical Hazard (2022)
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According to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC)
Product
Breeze Ave, Breeze Shore and Breeze Step women's shoes in navy colors
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Not specified in CPSC notice. Check official source for details.
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Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
A manufacturer is recalling Breeze Ave, Breeze Shore and Breeze Step women's shoes in navy colors. The hazard is: Prolonged and direct contact with the shoes' upper material can expose the wearer to the chemicals b. Based on CPSC recall notice.
Summary derived from CPSC notice
The following details were not provided by CPSC: UPC codes.
Reason for Recall
As stated by CPSC
This recall involves several versions of Clarks women's shoes sold under the "Breeze" style name, as reflected below. The shoes were sold in the Spring/Summer 2022 season and were sold in women's sizes 5 to 12 and feature blue uppers and white soles. The shoes include a label on the inside of the upper that includes the size, month and year of manufacture, and article number. Shoes included in the recall are listed below: Women's Shoe Style Color Article Number Breeze Ave Dark Navy 26165269 Breeze Shore Navy 26164910 Breeze Step Dark Navy 26166718 Breeze Step Navy 26166904 Breeze Step Navy/White 26165290
Reported concern (CPSC)
Prolonged and direct contact with the shoes' upper material can expose the wearer to the chemicals benzidine and/or dimethoxybenzidine, which are toxic and can cause adverse health effects.
Recommended Action
Per CPSC guidance
Consumers should immediately stop wearing the shoes and visit https//www.clarkusa.com for instructions on how to receive a full refund. Consumers will need to upload a photo of their shoes in order to determine if they are included in this recall. If included in the recall, Clarks will send consumers free shipping materials and a pre-paid shipping label to send back the shoes. Consumers may also return their shoes to the place where purchased.
Verify this information on the official source
For complete details and official instructions, check the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) directly.
View official CPSC recall noticePage updated: Jan 10, 2026