Gumminät gräs
Gumminät gräs was recalled on 9 April 2021 under EU Safety Gate alert A12/00483/21. Chemical, Environment risk reported by Sweden. The product contains an excessive amount of polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAH)s (measured values up to: 2.
| Alert Number | A12/00483/21 |
| Category | Construction products |
| Risk Type | Chemical, Environment |
| Notifying Country | Sweden |
| Country of Origin | Unknown |
| Published | 9 April 2021 |
Risk Description
The product contains an excessive amount of polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAH)s (measured values up to: 2.0 ppm for benzo(a)pyrene, 2.8 ppm for benzo(e)pyrene, 2.0 ppm for benzo(a)antracene, and 2.6 ppm for chrysene). These PAHs may cause cancer and are also mutagenic and toxic for reproduction. 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): Ban on the marketing of the product and any accompanying measuresDate of entry into force: 16/11/2020
Product Description
Black rubber mat for lawns.
🧪 🌍 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a chemical, environment hazard related to Gumminät gräs.
About this risk
Chemical: This product contains prohibited or hazardous chemical substances that may cause skin irritation, allergic reactions, or long-term health effects. Environment: This product contains substances harmful to the environment, such as excessive heavy metals, ozone-depleting chemicals, or pollutants that do not comply with EU environmental regulations.
Recommended action
Chemical: 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. Environment: Do not dispose of this product in regular household waste. Take it to a certified waste collection point. Check with your local municipality for hazardous waste disposal options.
Who is at risk?
Anyone who has used this product, especially children, pregnant women, and people with sensitive skin. While the direct health risk may be lower, environmental contamination affects entire communities.