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Würth work gloves — suffocation & chemical risk

EU Safety GateSerious riskSuffocationChemicalFireApr 19, 2013
Photo from the official notice: Würth work gloves — suffocation & chemical risk

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Hazard

The gloves pose a chemical risk and a risk of asphyxiation because they contain nitrobenzene which can be absorbed into the body by inhalation or through the skin. They also pose a risk of fire because nitrobenzene is combustible.The product does not comply with the Personal Protective Equipment Directive.

Measures taken

  • Import rejected at border — Other

Product description

Work gloves made of white and brown leather, available in different sizes.

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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