Uvex classic
Chemical Hobby/sports equipment Serious risk
| Alert Number | A12/0587/17 |
| Brand | Uvex |
| Category | Hobby/sports equipment |
| Risk Type | Chemical |
| Notifying Country | Germany |
| Country of Origin | Indonesia |
| Model Number | Schwarz (Item No S45300302 29-36) |
| Published | 5 May 2017 |
Risk Description
null The amount of chromium (VI) in the leather is too high (measured value up to 24 mg/kg). Chromium (VI) is sensitising and may trigger allergic reactions. The product does not comply with the REACH Regulation.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): DistributorCategory of measure(s): Recall of the product from end usersDate of entry into force: 22/03/2017Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): DistributorCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal of the product from the marketDate of entry into force: 22/03/2017
Product Description
Unlined gloves made of black, partly perforated leather with Velcro fastener and woven 'Schwenkel' logo, button with horse's head motif, elastic, 'uvex' and '7' labels.