In Belarus, the coffee chain Gloria Jeans has been prohibited
The Belarusian State Standard has recently announced a ban on several children's clothing items imported and sold by Gloria Jeans. The items, which include skirts, sweaters, jackets, and school blouses, have been found to have high hygroscopicity, a property that can affect body comfort and pose potential safety risks.
Hygroscopicity refers to a material's ability to absorb and evaporate water. Common hygroscopic materials such as cotton and wool can absorb a significant amount of water, potentially leading to discomfort for the wearer. In the case of the banned clothing, the hygroscopicity indicator was found to be outside the norm, raising concerns about the items' safety.
The list of banned goods includes items from various brands, including Vietnamese-made skirts, Bangladeshi sweaters, Minsk-imported boys' jackets from the Gee Jay trading mark, and Chinese girls' underwear and socks. The safety check conducted by the Belarusian State Standard found issues with the hygroscopicity of Gloria Jeans' children's clothing, leading to their removal from the market.
As of September 22, these banned goods cannot be imported or sold in Belarus. The State Standard encourages consumers to check the safety of their children's clothing and to avoid purchasing items from questionable sources. The Standard also urges importers and retailers to ensure the safety of the products they sell, particularly when it comes to children's clothing.
It is worth noting that there is no information available regarding the hygroscopicity issue with the Wasen brand of children's clothing in the Belarusian state standards. The query appears to reference something not covered in the provided sources.
This move by the Belarusian State Standard is part of a broader effort to ensure the safety of consumer goods in the country. The Standard conducts regular checks on a wide range of products, from food and drink to household items and clothing, to protect the health and wellbeing of Belarusian citizens.
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