Rubber solution in bicycle repair kit.
Rubber solution in bicycle repair kit. was recalled on 13 June 2008 under EU Safety Gate alert 0626/08. Chemical risk reported by Lithuania. The product poses a chemical risk because the rubber solution contains 30 % of toluene.
| Alert Number | 0626/08 |
| Brand | Unknown |
| Category | Chemical products |
| Risk Type | Chemical |
| Notifying Country | Lithuania |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Model Number | Art. 318655, Barcode 4891418303342 |
| Published | 13 June 2008 |
Risk Description
The product poses a chemical risk because the rubber solution contains 30 % of toluene. Toluene is classified as reprotoxic. According to the Chemical Restrictions Directive, toluene is prohibited in consumer products at levels above 0.1%.The product does not comply with the Chemical Restrictions Directive 76/769/EEC.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: OtherCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal from the market and recall from consumers ordered by the authorities.Date of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
Repair kit: the packaging consists of a stiff transparent casing on cardboard, contains metal bicycle spanners, metal scraper, 2 tyre valves, rubber patches (2 round and 2 rectangular) and a small, white tube of RUBBER SOLUTION, marked in English with ideograms of a skull and an orange flame on a white background.
🧪 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a chemical hazard related to Rubber solution in bicycle repair kit..
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.