Bunsen burner gauzes
| Alert Number | A11/0078/18 |
| Brand | Unknown |
| Category | Other - - |
| Risk Type | Chemical |
| Notifying Country | United Kingdom |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Model Number | Serial numbers: CP850 - 125, CP850-150, CP850-160 |
| Published | 19 October 2018 |
Risk Description
The product may contain tremolite asbestos fibres. Small particles or fragments may detach during use or due to receiving an impact in storage. Asbestos fibres can cause cancer.The product does not comply with the REACH Regulation.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: ImporterCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal of the product from the marketDate of entry into force: 30/08/2018Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): ImporterCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal of the product from the marketDate of entry into force: 30/08/2018Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): ImporterCategory of measure(s): Destruction of the productDate of entry into force: 30/08/2018
Product Description
Metal gauze with ceramic centre used with Bunsen burner and tripod.