Work-It Rubber hammer — chemical risk
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Hazard
The handle contains the polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbon (PAH) Chrysene (measured concentration 214 mg/kg). This PAH are carcinogenic. The consumer can be exposed when the product comes into direct and prolonged or repetitive contact with the skin or the mouth. The product does not comply with the REACH Regulation.
Measures taken
- Withdrawal of the product from the market — Other (14/10/2016)
Product description
Rubber hammer, 50mm, with rubber 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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