Hand 1A 1) Mekano 2) Soft Welder 3) Light Welder working gloves — chemical risk
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Hazard
These products pose a chemical risk because they contain Chromium VI (measured values: up to 20 mg/kg). Chromium VI is classified as sensitising and may trigger allergic reactions.
Measures taken
- Import rejected at border — Other (02/04/2014)
Product description
1) Gloves of white and brown leather with text "Hand 1A".2) Gloves of white leather and blue textile material with text "Hand 1A".3) Gloves of white and blue leather with text "Hand 1A".
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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