Ofma Galeón and Fragata safety boots — chemical risk
Photos from the official notice: EU Safety Gate (European Commission) · image rights
Hazard
The products contain Chromium VI above the permitted level (measured value up to 8,8mg/kg). Chromium VI is sensitising and may trigger allergic reactions.The products do not comply with the requirements of the Personal Protective Equipment Directive.
Measures taken
- Import rejected at border — Other (15/04/2015)
Product description
Two different models of safety boots coming in cardboard box bearing the brand and name and a label showing the model, reference number, bar code, size and CE marking.
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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