The major e-commerce platform SHEIN has responded to a report by Greenpeace, which detected hazardous chemicals exceeding European Union limits in clothing sold on the platform. In a statement today, SHEIN said it took immediate action following the report and removed the mentioned products from all its platforms worldwide. The company added that it conducted an investigation into the incident, the results of which showed that all tested products actually comply with EU regulations. SHEIN confirmed its "commitment to transparency and strict safety standards at every step." The non-governmental organization had previously announced that it had tested 56 SHEIN clothing items, 18 of which contained hazardous chemicals, some of which far exceeded the limits set by European rules. The NGO noted the presence of phthalates (plasticizers) and PFAS compounds (known as "forever chemicals") in these clothes sold via SHEIN; these substances are water and stain-resistant and are considered persistent pollutants. The NGO pointed out that these potentially toxic substances are linked to various diseases, including cancer, reproductive and growth disorders in children, and a weakened immune system. It was also noted that these substances enter the body through the skin and inhalation of fibers, and the tests also included children's clothing.
