Dr. Martens Vegan Boots (Airwair) – Chemical Exposure Hazard (2017)
Check Your Product
According to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC)
Product
Dr. Martens Vegan boots
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 Dr. Martens Vegan boots. The hazard is: Prolonged and direct contact with the boot tongue lining can expose the wearer to the chemical benzi. 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 Dr. Martens unisex Vegan 1460 eight eye boots sold in cherry red with black shoelaces in all sizes. The boots have a chunky sole and a golden heel pull tab with "AirWair" printed on it. "Made in Vietnam" and product code 14585 are printed on the tongue label with the batch code starting with "GV" and ending in Q, R or S.
Reported concern (CPSC)
Prolonged and direct contact with the boot tongue lining can expose the wearer to the chemical benzidine.
Recommended Action
Per CPSC guidance
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled boots and contact Dr. Martens for a full refund or free replacement product.
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 6, 2026