Rivers Australia Sustainability Actions

Clothing recall over azo dyes

A 2014 news report said Rivers Australia recalled some clothing items, including children’s jeans, because they contained azo dyes. These dyes can break down into chemicals that may be harmful after long contact. The report said Australian regulators were looking at tighter rules on these dyes at the time. This is a product safety and chemical management issue, which matters for sustainability because it affects how safe materials are for people and the environment.