Bjorn Borg controversies
Controversies tied to this brand in public sources. A listing is not a finding of fault.
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2008
Björn Borg underwear reported to contain elevated nonylphenol ethoxylate levels
Göteborgs-Posten reported that tests of two pairs of black Björn Borg underwear found nonylphenol ethoxylate concentrations of 860 mg/kg and 490 mg/kg. The report raised questions about textile chemicals, imported products and voluntary industry limits. A Björn Borg product manager said the company complied with applicable textile-import guidance and cited internal testing showing lower concentrations in randomly selected batches.
2008
Nonylphenol ethoxylate found in tested underwear
Göteborgs-Posten reported that two tested pairs of black Björn Borg underwear contained elevated concentrations of nonylphenol ethoxylate. The report raised environmental concerns because the substance had already been prohibited for use within the European Union, while imported textiles made with it were subject to a different regulatory situation. Björn Borg said it complied with relevant textile-import guidance and cited internal testing of randomly selected batches.