Ultimate Tar Remover
Ultimate Tar Remover was recalled on 9 December 2016 under EU Safety Gate alert A12/1623/16. Chemical risk reported by France. The liquid is flammable and skin irritating and sensitising but the label lacks the appropriate pictograms, warnings and precautionary statements, required for these kind of products.
| Alert Number | A12/1623/16 |
| Brand | Fireball |
| Category | Chemical products |
| Risk Type | Chemical |
| Notifying Country | France |
| Country of Origin | Republic of Korea |
| Published | 9 December 2016 |
Risk Description
The liquid is flammable and skin irritating and sensitising but the label lacks the appropriate pictograms, warnings and precautionary statements, required for these kind of products. Users have therefore no information on a safe use of the product and on the dangers incurred when the product comes into contact with the skin or if it is ingested or on the fire risk in certain storage conditions. The product does not comply with the Regulation on the classification, labelling and packaging of substances and mixtures (CLP) and the Regulation (EC) 648/2004 on Detergents.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): ImporterCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal of the product from the marketDate of entry into force: 26/10/2016
Product Description
Transparent liquid in a transparent 500-ml bottle.
🧪 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a chemical hazard related to Ultimate Tar Remover.
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.