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Motorcycle brake pads “JBCO EF” — risk: chemical
Published in the Safety Gate weekly report: · Ref. SR/02773/25
Summary
The brake pads contain asbestos fibres. Asbestos causes cancer. The product does not comply with the REACH Regulation.
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HazardChemical
Notified byIreland
Country of originPeople's Republic of China
Intended forConsumer
Product
Motorcycle brake pads
- Name / model
- JBCO EF
- Category
- Motor vehicles
- Brake pads intended for the following VESPA motorcycle: GT 125/200 L, GTS 125, GTS 250ie, GTS 300, GTV 125, GTV 250. Product sold online, in particular via AliExpress.
What is the risk?
- The brake pads contain asbestos fibres. Asbestos causes cancer. The product does not comply with the REACH Regulation.
Measures taken
- Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): OtherCategory of measure(s): Removal of this product listing by the online marketplace
- Date of entry into force: Unknown
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