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Cement ZSOL-CEM “MÉSZKŐ Portland Cement” — risk: chemical
Published in the Safety Gate weekly report: · Ref. A12/0452/15
Summary
null The soluble cement contains Chromium (VI) (measured values up 4.6 mg/kg). Chromium VI is classified as sensitising and may trigger allergic reactions. In addition, the average compressive strength diminishes over time and the quantity of limestone is too high: the cement may not be sufficiently strong.The product does not comply with the REACH Regulation and the relevant European standard EN 196.
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Product
Cement — ZSOL-CEM
- Brand
- ZSOL-CEM
- Name / model
- MÉSZKŐ Portland Cement · CEM II/B-LL 32,5N
- Batch number(s)
- Unknown
- Category
- Construction products
- The paper sack contains 25 kg of cement. Size of the bag: approx 50x30x15 cm
What is the risk?
- null The soluble cement contains Chromium (VI) (measured values up 4.6 mg/kg). Chromium VI is classified as sensitising and may trigger allergic reactions. In addition, the average compressive strength diminishes over time and the quantity of limestone is too high: the cement may not be sufficiently strong.The product does not comply with the REACH Regulation and the relevant European standard EN 196.
Measures taken
- Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: OtherCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal of the product from the market
- Date of entry into force: 08/09/2014
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