Desinfektion Handgel (100 ml)
Desinfektion Handgel (100 ml) was recalled on 27 November 2020 under EU Safety Gate alert A12/01598/20. Chemical risk reported by Germany. The product contains methanol (measured value: 68.
| Alert Number | A12/01598/20 |
| Brand | MIR 24 |
| Category | Chemical products |
| Risk Type | Chemical |
| Notifying Country | Germany |
| Country of Origin | Ukraine |
| Barcode | 4 820238 450066 |
| Published | 27 November 2020 |
Risk Description
The product contains methanol (measured value: 68.7 % by weight), which is acutely toxic to the central nervous system and to the eyes. Furthermore, the required hazard pictograms and warnings are missing. Users have therefore no information on the toxicity and flammability of the product. The packaging is not fitted with child-resistant fastening.Ingestion or contact with methanol may lead to blindness and death. The product does not comply with the Biocidal Products and the Classification, Labelling and Packaging (CLP) Regulations.
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: 05/11/2020
Product Description
Anti-bacterial hand gel for disinfection
🧪 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a chemical hazard related to Desinfektion Handgel (100 ml).
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.