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WPRO salt remover for steam irons — chemical risk

EU Safety GateSerious riskChemicalNov 28, 2008

Hazard

The product poses a chemical risk because it contains acidic solution which is classified as corrosive C R35 due to its low pH value. In addition, the label of the product is missing the following safety information: - the risk symbol C “Corrosive”, - the risk phrase R35 “Causes serious burns”, - the precaution instructions S36/37/39 “Wear suitable protective clothing, gloves and eye/face protection” and S45 “In case of accident or if you fill unwell, seek medical advice immediately (show the label where possible)”. The product does not comply with the Chemical Restrictions Directive 76/769/EEC.

Measures taken

  • Sales ban and withdrawal from the market ordered by the authorities — Other

Product description

Liquid salt remover for steam irons packed in a white plastic bottle with blue cap. Capacity 250ml. On the bottle there are instructions for use and safety instructions in Polish and Greek.

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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