Talvine klaasipesuvedelik (ET); Tuulilasinpesuneste (FI)
Talvine klaasipesuvedelik (ET); Tuulilasinpesuneste (FI) was recalled on 28 May 2021 under EU Safety Gate alert A12/00716/21. Chemical risk reported by Estonia. The product contains an excessive amount of methanol (mesured values: up to 28% by weight), which is acutely toxic to the central nervous system and to the eyes.
| Alert Number | A12/00716/21 |
| Brand | Alexela, Automaailm, Bauhaus, CarMan, Carlake, GO4, Nordic |
| Category | Chemical products |
| Risk Type | Chemical |
| Notifying Country | Estonia |
| Country of Origin | Estonia |
| Barcode | Alexela: 4742631000078Automaailm: 4743108005183 and 4743108005169Bauhaus: 6417196778271Carlake: 6417196777922 Carman: 6410416082462 GO4: 4742516008212 NORDIC: 4742516002142 |
| Model Number | Alexela UFI code: 9A20-V0NE-F00M-PAQH, Automaailm UFI code: W820-COY1-5004-104F, Bauhaus UFI code: K050-TOHT-000D-6Q2J, Carlake UFI code: 8R40-90FM-200W-7PAC, Carman UFI code:YNHA-UR4E-U109-EYCN, GO4 UFI code: 9A20-V0NE-F00M-PAQH |
| Published | 28 May 2021 |
Risk Description
The product contains an excessive amount of methanol (mesured values: up to 28% by weight), which is acutely toxic to the central nervous system and to the eyes. Furthermore, the required hazard pictograms and warnings are missing. Users have therefore no information on the toxicity of the product. Ingestion or contact with methanol may lead to blindness or death. The product does not comply with the REACH Regulation, neither with the Regulation on classification, labelling and packaging of substances and mixtures (CLP Regulation).
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): ManufacturerCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal of the product from the marketDate of entry into force: 22/04/2021Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): ManufacturerCategory of measure(s): Recall of the product from end usersDate of entry into force: 22/04/2021
Product Description
Blue colored fluid for cleaning car windscreens at cold temperatures such as -16°C, -18°C and -20°C. The product was also sold online.
🧪 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a chemical hazard related to Talvine klaasipesuvedelik (ET); Tuulilasinpesuneste (FI).
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.