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Chemical products — chemical & fire risk (0660/05)

EU Safety GateSerious riskChemicalFireDec 16, 2005

Hazard

Child resistant closures on some products may not have been fully engaged or sealed when supplied. Leakage has been reported. If swallowed and ingested by a child it could become fatal. Skin contact may cause irritation; long term effects would be unlikely. Moreover, the product may pose a fire hazard.

Measures taken

  • Voluntary withdrawal from distribution by the importer.Warnings published in the national newspapers — Other

Product description

Chemicals "Polycell"Products: 1. White Spirit. 2. Turpentine Substitute.Type/model: Plastic Clear Bottles 750ml & 2 litres. Description: 750ml – White Spirit Barcode 5010212497135. 750ml – Turpentine Substitute Barcode 5010212497159. 2L – White Spirit Barcode 5010212497173.

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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