Hand Sanitiser
Hand Sanitiser was recalled on 25 December 2020 under EU Safety Gate alert A12/01851/20. Burns, Chemical, Fire, Health risk / other risk reported by United Kingdom. The product contains an insufficient amount of ethanol (measured values: 7% by volume).
| Alert Number | A12/01851/20 |
| Brand | ibcccndc |
| Category | Chemical products |
| Risk Type | Burns, Chemical, Fire, Health risk / other |
| Notifying Country | United Kingdom |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Published | 25 December 2020 |
Risk Description
The product contains an insufficient amount of ethanol (measured values: 7% by volume). Consequently, it does not kill bacteria or viruses, which could then reach the user, increasing the risk of infection. Moreover, the product contains methanol (measured value: 37.4 % 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 Regulation.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): OtherCategory of measure(s): Removal of this product listing by the online marketplaceDate of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
Hand disinfectant sold in a 50 ml bottle with green flip top and green labelling. The product is sold online, in particular via AliBaba Group and eBay.
🌡️ What Should You Do?
This recall involves a burns, chemical, fire, health risk / other hazard related to Hand Sanitiser.
About this risk
This product can cause burns due to overheating, faulty insulation, or flammable materials that ignite during use.
Recommended action
Stop using the product immediately. If you have suffered burns, cool the area with running water and seek medical attention. Do not attempt to repair the product.
Who is at risk?
All users. Children and elderly people are particularly vulnerable to burn injuries.