Auto Tools, MR-tuote Pellintaittopihti suora, balancing pliers folding pliers — chemical risk
Photos from the official notice: EU Safety Gate (European Commission) · image rights
Hazard
The plastic material of the product contains an excessive concentration of bis(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP) (measured value up to 38% by weight). This phthalate may harm the health of users, possibly causing damage to the reproductive system. The products do not comply with the REACH Regulation.
Measures taken
- Import rejected at border — Importer (20/09/2024)
Product description
Black sheet metal folding pliers, straight, 200 mm, with red plastic handles and silver wheel weight pliers with red plastic handles.
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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