Jistad work gloves — suffocation & chemical risk
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Hazard
The products 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. The products 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 (16/05/2013)
Product description
1) Black and white work gloves made of leather and textile material with white print on the back of the hand, available in different sizes (8, 9 and 10).2) White and green leather work gloves with white print on the back of the hand, available in size 10.3) Black work gloves made of plastic and
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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