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Thermal paper FORPUS “Thermal paper for fax machines” — risk: chemical
Published in the Safety Gate weekly report: · Ref. A12/00421/21
Summary
The product contains bisphenol A (measured value up to 1,02% by weight). Bisphenol A may harm the health of users, causing possible damage to the reproductive system The product does not comply with the REACH Regulation
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Product
Thermal paper — FORPUS
- Brand
- FORPUS
- Name / model
- Thermal paper for fax machines · 210mmx30m
- Batch number(s)
- F040902
- Barcode
- 4750650409024
- Category
- Stationery
- Thermal paper for fax machines, print colour: black
What is the risk?
- The product contains bisphenol A (measured value up to 1,02% by weight). Bisphenol A may harm the health of users, 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): ManufacturerCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal of the product from the market
- Date of entry into force: 26/02/2021
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