mtx Tools MTX Tools Basic hammer — chemical risk
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Hazard
The plastic handle of the hammer has an excess concentration of lead (measured value: 0.13 % by weight). Lead is harmful to human health, accumulates in the body, can cause developmental neurotoxicity and may affect breast-fed or unborn children. The product does not comply with the REACH Regulation.
Measures taken
- Destruction of the product — Importer (05/04/2023)
Product description
Hammer with black handle.
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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