GOOD YEAR WINTER SCREEN WASH -25°C
GOOD YEAR WINTER SCREEN WASH -25°C was recalled on 18 December 2020 under EU Safety Gate alert A12/01828/20. Chemical risk reported by Lithuania. The product contains an excessive amount of methanol (measured value: 8.
| Alert Number | A12/01828/20 |
| Brand | GOOD YEAR |
| Category | Chemical products |
| Risk Type | Chemical |
| Notifying Country | Lithuania |
| Country of Origin | Unknown |
| Model Number | 4 l |
| Published | 18 December 2020 |
Risk Description
The product contains an excessive amount of methanol (measured value: 8.77% by weight). Methanol is acutely toxic to the central nervous system and the eye. Ingestion of methanol leads to blindness and death. The product does not comply with the REACH Regulation.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: DistributorCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal of the product from the marketDate of entry into force: 07/12/2020
Product Description
The product is placed on the market in a plastic container marked with labels in several languages: Lithuanian (LT), Latvian (LV), Estonian (EE), Croatian (HR) and English (EN).
🧪 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a chemical hazard related to GOOD YEAR WINTER SCREEN WASH -25°C.
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.