Tire repair kits for bikes
Tire repair kits for bikes was recalled on 8 October 2010 under EU Safety Gate alert 1516/10. Chemical risk reported by Italy. The products pose a chemical risk because they contain 30% by weight of toluene.
| Alert Number | 1516/10 |
| Brand | 1. YONG CHENG - JIN SHONG 2. YONG CHENG - RED SUN |
| Category | Chemical products |
| Risk Type | Chemical |
| Notifying Country | Italy |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Model Number | 1. TIRE REPAIR KIT' for bicycles Vulcanising solution (glue): Article No: CTG-0903 as shown in the catalogue 2. COLD PATCH-48 PCS 'Sprint cycle accessory' repair kit: Article No. CTG-0901 as shown in the catalogue |
| Published | 8 October 2010 |
Risk Description
The products pose a chemical risk because they contain 30% by weight of toluene.The products do not comply with the REACH Regulation.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: OtherCategory of measure(s): Seizure of the products and withdrawal from the market ordered by the authorities.Date of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
1. The cardboard and transparent plastic packaging displays the components of the kit. The GMI logo is visible at the top right and, just below that, the description: TIRE REPAIR KIT. The contents are tyre repair patches and a little green-coloured tube containing approximately 10 grams of glue. This is marked: “Rubber Cement” and “RED SUN”. 2. The article is packed on a cardboard rectangle. The top cover carries the picture of a burst tyre with a dual carriageway running through the centre carrying a car, a bus and a motorcycle. The sub-code RS4803 appears at the top left. The RED SUN trademark and logo appear on the right. The label carries the text SPRINT CYCLE ACCESSORIES, a further sub-code (RP0903) and a barcode (8000000611536). The tube contains approximately 20 grams of glue. It carries the RED SUN brand and logo.
🧪 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a chemical hazard related to Tire repair kits for bikes.
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.