Rubber mallet
Chemical Hand tools Other risk levels
| Alert Number | A11/00024/24 |
| Category | Hand tools |
| Risk Type | Chemical |
| Notifying Country | Germany |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Published | 23 February 2024 |
Risk Description
The product has an excessive concentration of polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs) (measured value up to 36 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: RetailerCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal of the product from the marketDate of entry into force: 24/01/2024Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: RetailerCategory of measure(s): Stop of salesDate of entry into force: 24/01/2024
Product Description
Rubber mallet with handle and head in black rubber and shaft in shiny silvery metal