Rubber Hammer
Rubber Hammer was recalled on 7 January 2022 under EU Safety Gate alert A12/00010/22. Chemical risk reported by Finland. The product contains an excessive amount of polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs) (measured values: benz[a]anthracene 120 mg/kg, chrysene 49 mg/kg, benzo[b]fluoranthene 14 mg/kg, benzo[k]fluoranthene 7,5 mg/kg, benzo[j]fluoranthene 6,8 mg/kg, benzo(a)pyrene 25 mg/kg, benzo[e]pyrene 40 mg/kg and dibenz(a,h)anthracene 8,6 mg/kg).
| Alert Number | A12/00010/22 |
| Brand | Fixit Tools |
| Category | Hand tools |
| Risk Type | Chemical |
| Notifying Country | Finland |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Model Number | TK1358 |
| Published | 7 January 2022 |
Risk Description
The product contains an excessive amount of polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs) (measured values: benz[a]anthracene 120 mg/kg, chrysene 49 mg/kg, benzo[b]fluoranthene 14 mg/kg, benzo[k]fluoranthene 7,5 mg/kg, benzo[j]fluoranthene 6,8 mg/kg, benzo(a)pyrene 25 mg/kg, benzo[e]pyrene 40 mg/kg and dibenz(a,h)anthracene 8,6 mg/kg). PAHs may cause cancer and are also mutagenic and toxic for reproduction. 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): Import rejected at borderDate of entry into force: 22/12/2021
Product Description
White rubber hammer with black rubber handle.
🧪 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a chemical hazard related to Rubber Hammer.
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.