Welderking
Chemical Protective equipment Serious risk
| Alert Number | A12/0462/16 |
| Brand | Würth |
| Category | Protective equipment |
| Risk Type | Chemical |
| Notifying Country | Finland |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Model Number | 0984 325 10 |
| Published | 22 April 2016 |
Risk Description
null The amount of Chromium (VI) in the leather of the gloves is too high (measured value: 7.3 mg/kg). Chromium (VI) is sensitising and may trigger allergic reactions. The product does not comply with the REACH Regulation and with the requirements of the Personal Protective Equipment Directive.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: OtherCategory of measure(s): Import rejected at borderDate of entry into force: 30/03/2016
Product Description
Gloves of white and light grey leather, size 10