WELD
Chemical Protective equipment Serious risk
| Alert Number | A12/1620/17 |
| Brand | Unknown |
| Category | Protective equipment |
| Risk Type | Chemical |
| Notifying Country | Slovakia |
| Country of Origin | Czechia |
| Published | 24 November 2017 |
Risk Description
null The amount of chromium (VI) in the leather is too high (measured value 3.75 mg/kg). Chromium (VI) is sensitising and may trigger allergic reactions.The product does not comply with the requirements of the Personal Protective Equipment Directive and with the REACH Regulation.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: RetailerCategory of measure(s): Ban on the marketing of the product and any accompanying measuresDate of entry into force: 30/05/2017Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: RetailerCategory of measure(s): Warning consumers of the risksDate of entry into force: 30/05/2017
Product Description
Protective gloves for welders made of yellow leather. Size 11.