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Disinfectant for surfaces and tools Silcare “Hydro sept” — risk: chemical
Published in the Safety Gate weekly report: · Ref. A12/1992/18
Summary
The product contains isopropyl alcohol, ethanol, hydrogen peroxide and methanol (measured values: 39%, 23%, 1% and 1% respectively), but lacks the appropriate labelling and language. The consumer is unaware of the risks and could incorrectly use the product which could lead to intoxication and organ damages.The product does not comply with the CLP Regulation.
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Product
Disinfectant for surfaces and tools — Silcare
- Brand
- Silcare
- Name / model
- Hydro sept
- Batch number(s)
- 5 906720 566619Lot.- 12/2017
- Category
- Chemical products
- 500 ml of disinfectant solution for surfaces and tools, sold in plastic bottle with spray nozzle.
What is the risk?
- The product contains isopropyl alcohol, ethanol, hydrogen peroxide and methanol (measured values: 39%, 23%, 1% and 1% respectively), but lacks the appropriate labelling and language. The consumer is unaware of the risks and could incorrectly use the product which could lead to intoxication and organ damages.The product does not comply with the CLP Regulation.
Measures taken
- Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): DistributorCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal of the product from the market
- Date of entry into force: 07/12/2018
- Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): DistributorCategory of measure(s): Recall of the product from end users
- Date of entry into force: 07/12/2018
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