| Alert Number | 0544/05 |
| Category | Chemical products |
| Risk Type | Chemical |
| Notifying Country | Austria |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Published | 14 October 2005 |
Risk Description
Chemical risk. The rubber solution contains benzol. According to the Directive 67/548/EEC this substance is carcinogenic (category 1- R45), mutagenic (category 2 – R46) and toxic in the event of prolonged exposure (R48/23/24/25). The rubber solution contains at least 50 % by weight of benzol and according to the Directive 76/769/EEC, products containing more than 0.1% by weight of benzol may not be supplied to non-commercial final consumers.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): OtherCategory of measure(s): Voluntary withdrawal from distribution by the retailer and wholesaler.Date of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
Cycle repair kit "Global Partner", consisting of: blister pack with a tube (10 ml), 1 abrasive grater, 2 valve tubes and various rubber patches.(EAN number: 4030681 003782)