Rubber hammer

Chemical Hand tools Serious risk
Photo of recalled product: Rubber hammer
Alert NumberA12/1755/16
BrandWork-It
CategoryHand tools
Risk TypeChemical
Notifying CountryThe Netherlands
Country of OriginPeople's Republic of China
Model Number13660; 50mm
Published23 December 2016

Risk Description

null The handle contains the polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbon (PAH) Chrysene (measured concentration 214 mg/kg). This PAH are carcinogenic. The consumer can be exposed when the product comes into direct and prolonged or repetitive contact with the skin or the mouth. The product does not comply with the REACH Regulation.

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: 14/10/2016

Product Description

Rubber hammer, 50mm, with rubber handle.

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