EU alert · Safety Gate Serious risk Hobby/sports equipment
Dumbbell Dinox “Nature Rubber Hex Dumbbell 4 kg” — risk: chemical
Published in the Safety Gate weekly report: · Ref. SR/01633/25
Summary
The black material in the ends of the dumbbell contains an excessive amount of polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs), notably chrysene (measured value: 14 mg/kg). PAHs may cause cancer. The product does not comply with the REACH Regulation.
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Product
Dumbbell — Dinox
- Brand
- Dinox
- Name / model
- Nature Rubber Hex Dumbbell 4 kg · 28205
- Category
- Hobby/sports equipment
- Black rubber dumbbell, 4kg.
What is the risk?
- The black material in the ends of the dumbbell contains an excessive amount of polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs), notably chrysene (measured value: 14 mg/kg). PAHs may cause cancer. The product does not comply with the REACH Regulation.
Measures taken
- Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: ImporterCategory of measure(s): Import rejected at border
- Date of entry into force: 25/03/2025
Source: Safety Gate — European Commission
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