EU alert · Safety Gate Serious risk Hand tools
Spring clip plier XL Tools “Spring clip plier, semi-rigid hose” — risk: chemical
Published in the Safety Gate weekly report: · Ref. SR/00063/26
Summary
The plastic material of the product contains an excessive concentration of bis(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP) (measured value up to 38% by weight). This phthalate may harm the health of users, possibly causing damage to the reproductive system. The products do not comply with the REACH Regulation.
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Product
Spring clip plier — XL Tools
- Brand
- XL Tools
- Name / model
- Spring clip plier, semi-rigid hose · 291-XL044042
- Category
- Hand tools
- Spring clip plier, semi-rigid hose.
What is the risk?
- The plastic material of the product contains an excessive concentration of bis(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP) (measured value up to 38% by weight). This phthalate may harm the health of users, possibly causing damage to the reproductive system. The products do 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: 02/12/2025
Source: Safety Gate — European Commission
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