EU alert · Safety Gate Serious risk Protective equipment
Gloves Portwest “A445 PVC Long-Sleeve Gloves - XL” — risk: chemical
Published in the Safety Gate weekly report: · Ref. SR/02250/26
Summary
The plastic material of the product has an excessive concentration of bis(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP) (measured value: 20% by weight). This phthalate may harm the health by causing possible damage to the reproductive system. The product does not comply with the REACH Regulation.
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Product
Gloves — Portwest
- Brand
- Portwest
- Name / model
- A445 PVC Long-Sleeve Gloves - XL
- Barcode
- 5036108476510
- Category
- Protective equipment
- Red PVC coated glove, length 45cm with polyester lining.
- Sold online: Other(www.portwest.com) /
- Recall information: https://portwest.com/news/safetyNotice
What is the risk?
- The plastic material of the product has an excessive concentration of bis(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP) (measured value: 20% by weight). This phthalate may harm the health by causing possible damage to the reproductive system. The product does not comply with the REACH Regulation.
Measures taken
- Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): ImporterCategory of measure(s): Removal of this product listing by the online marketplace
- Date of entry into force: 01/10/2025
Source: Safety Gate — European Commission
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