Leather work gloves
Chemical Protective equipment Serious risk
| Alert Number | A12/1104/19 |
| Brand | Unknown |
| Category | Protective equipment |
| Risk Type | Chemical |
| Notifying Country | Finland |
| Country of Origin | Pakistan |
| Model Number | art. 057 |
| Published | 19 July 2019 |
Risk Description
The amount of chromium (VI) in the leather of the product is too high (measured value up to 8.5 mg/kg). Chromium (VI) is sensitising and can trigger allergic reactions.The product does not comply with the Personal Protective Equipment and REACH Regulations.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: ImporterCategory of measure(s): Import rejected at borderDate of entry into force: 02/07/2019
Product Description
Work gloves made of white leather and brown fabric.