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“Vacuum Flask” thermal flasks and containers — chemical risk

EU Safety GateSerious riskChemicalNov 23, 2007

Hazard

The product poses a serious risk of cancer because asbestos fibre, which could be carcinogenic if inhaled, could be released if the casing was broken and the asbestos lozenges were handled.This product does not comply with the Chemicals Restrictions Directive 76/769/EEC.

Measures taken

  • Withdrawal from the market and recall from consumers ordered by the authorities — Other

Product description

The asbestos is to be found in the small, grey/off-white cylindrical bodies made of compressed chrysotile asbestos fibrous material visible in the cavity within the double glass casing of the container, which act as spacers.

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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