MTX Tools Basic hammer
Chemical Hand tools Serious risk
| Alert Number | A12/01071/23 |
| Brand | mtx Tools |
| Category | Hand tools |
| Risk Type | Chemical |
| Notifying Country | Finland |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Model Number | A21T16, 70-19517 |
| Published | 19 May 2023 |
Risk Description
The plastic handle of the hammer has an excess concentration of lead (measured value: 0.13 % by weight). Lead is harmful to human health, accumulates in the body, can cause developmental neurotoxicity and may affect breast-fed or unborn children. The product does not comply with the REACH Regulation.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: ImporterCategory of measure(s): Destruction of the productDate of entry into force: 05/04/2023
Product Description
Hammer with black handle.