MÉSZKŐ Portland Cement

Chemical Construction products Serious risk
Photo of recalled product: MÉSZKŐ Portland Cement
Alert NumberA12/0452/15
BrandZSOL-CEM
CategoryConstruction products
Risk TypeChemical
Notifying CountryHungary
Country of OriginHungary
Model NumberCEM II/B-LL 32,5N
Published10 April 2015

Risk Description

null The soluble cement contains Chromium (VI) (measured values up 4.6 mg/kg). Chromium VI is classified as sensitising and may trigger allergic reactions. In addition, the average compressive strength diminishes over time and the quantity of limestone is too high: the cement may not be sufficiently strong.The product does not comply with the REACH Regulation and the relevant European standard EN 196.

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: 08/09/2014

Product Description

The paper sack contains 25 kg of cement. Size of the bag: approx 50x30x15 cm

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