Blastcleaning grit, Aluminium silicate blastcleaning grit, Coal slag grit, ABRASIVE ISO 11126 N/CS/G
Blastcleaning grit, Aluminium silicate blastcleaning grit, Coal slag grit, ABRASIVE ISO 11126 N/CS/G was recalled on 17 November 2017 under EU Safety Gate alert A12/1579/17. Chemical, Health risk / other risk reported by The Netherlands. During use, users may inhale friable chrysotil-asbestos fibres (carcinogen by inhalation - class 1 IARC), which are carcinogenic.
| Alert Number | A12/1579/17 |
| Brand | SIBELCO EUROGRIT |
| Category | Construction products |
| Risk Type | Chemical, Health risk / other |
| Notifying Country | The Netherlands |
| Country of Origin | Ukraine |
| Published | 17 November 2017 |
Risk Description
During use, users may inhale friable chrysotil-asbestos fibres (carcinogen by inhalation - class 1 IARC), which are carcinogenic.The product does not comply with the requirements of the Chemicals Restrictions Directive 76/769/EEC and REACH Regulation (including Annex XVII).
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: OtherCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal of the product from the marketDate of entry into force: 05/10/2017
Product Description
Eurogrit is an aluminium silicate blastcleaning grit made of coal slag from coal fired power stations.
🧪 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a chemical, health risk / other hazard related to Blastcleaning grit, Aluminium silicate blastcleaning grit, Coal slag grit, ABRASIVE ISO 11126 N/CS/G.
About this risk
This product contains prohibited or hazardous chemical substances that may cause skin irritation, allergic reactions, or long-term health effects.
Recommended action
Stop using the product immediately. Wash any skin that has come into contact with it. Keep it away from children. Return it to the retailer for a refund if possible.
Who is at risk?
Anyone who has used this product, especially children, pregnant women, and people with sensitive skin.