Hamron rattrekk 617055
Hamron rattrekk 617055 was recalled on 2 December 2016 under EU Safety Gate alert A12/1581/16. Environment risk reported by Norway. The steering wheel cover contains up to 0,46% by weight short chain chlorinated paraffins (SCCPs).
| Alert Number | A12/1581/16 |
| Brand | Hamron |
| Category | Motor vehicles |
| Risk Type | Environment |
| Notifying Country | Norway |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Published | 2 December 2016 |
Risk Description
The steering wheel cover contains up to 0,46% by weight short chain chlorinated paraffins (SCCPs). The placing on the market and use of articles containing SCCPs is banned. SCCPs persist in the environment, are toxic to aquatic organisms at low concentrations and bioaccumulate in wildlife and humans, posing a risk to human health and the environment. The product does not comply with the Regulation on persistent organic pollutants (POP Regulation).
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: 14/10/2016
Product Description
Steering wheel cover in black rubber/plastic packed in transparent plastic.
🌍 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a environment hazard related to Hamron rattrekk 617055.
About this risk
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
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?
While the direct health risk may be lower, environmental contamination affects entire communities.