Perfumed incense sticks "Satya Sai Baba Nag Champa
Perfumed incense sticks "Satya Sai Baba Nag Champa was recalled on 3 June 2011 under EU Safety Gate alert 0509/11. Chemical risk reported by Italy. The product poses a chemical risk because the incense sticks release 37 µg/m³ of benzene during and after combustion.
| Alert Number | 0509/11 |
| Brand | SHRINIVAS SUGANDHALAYA |
| Category | Other - - |
| Risk Type | Chemical |
| Notifying Country | Italy |
| Country of Origin | India |
| Model Number | Code: 8901802001016 |
| Published | 3 June 2011 |
Risk Description
The product poses a chemical risk because the incense sticks release 37 µg/m³ of benzene during and after combustion.Furthermore, the product releases also 52 µg/m³ of toluene during combustion and 44 µg/m³ toluene after combustion.As the product is intended for use in closed environments and not to be dispersed by ventilation, the values for benzene and toluene are to be considered harmful to health.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: OtherCategory of measure(s): Import rejected at borderDate of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
The article is sold in a blue rectangular cardboard box, to two sides of which is affixed a white label with red lettering in each case, one showing the brand name and the other identifying the manufacturer of the article.
🧪 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a chemical hazard related to Perfumed incense sticks "Satya Sai Baba Nag Champa.
About this risk
This product contains prohibited or hazardous chemical substances that may cause skin irritation, allergic reactions, or long-term health effects.
Recommended action
Stop using the product immediately. Wash any skin that has come into contact with it. Keep it away from children. Return it to the retailer for a refund if possible.
Who is at risk?
Anyone who has used this product, especially children, pregnant women, and people with sensitive skin.