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Plastic tablecloth — chemical risk

EU Safety GateSerious riskChemicalSep 23, 2022
Photo from the official notice: Plastic tablecloth — chemical risk

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Hazard

The plastic material of the product contains an excessive amount of bis(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP) (measured values 5.32% by weight). This phthalate may harm the health by causing possible damage to the reproductive system. The product does not comply with the REACH Regulation.

Measures taken

  • Ban on the marketing of the product and any accompanying measures — Distributor (30/05/2022)
  • Withdrawal of the product from the market — Distributor (30/05/2022)

Product description

Plastic tablecloth, sold by measure, consisting of white printed PVC sheet and non-woven fabric backing.

What should I do?

If you own this product, stop using it and check the official notice for what the seller or authority advises (return, refund, repair or disposal). Measures listed here were reported by national authorities to the EU Safety Gate system.

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