Chemical

Ornamental garden torches

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Číslo případu: 1073/07
Kategorie: Decorative articles
Typ / Model: Bamboo ornamental garden torches in various sizes: 60 cm torch, code 3109000; 90 cm torch, code 3109001; 120 cm torch, code 3109002; 180 cm torch, code 3109003; 40 cm torch, code 3109004; set of 120 cm torches with wicks, code 3109005.
Cílová skupina: Consumer
Notifikující země: 🇮🇹 Itálie
Země původu: 🇨🇳 Čína
Zveřejněno: 2007-10-19

⚠️ Riziko

This product poses a carcinogenic risk due to release of friable chrysotil-asbestos fibres (carcinogen by inhalation - class 1 IARC) if the asbestos washer is handled or dispersed in the environment.This product does not comply with the Chemicals Restrictions Directive 76/769/EEC. Voluntary withdrawal from the market by the distributor.

Opatření

Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: OtherCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal from the market and sales ban ordered by the authorities.Date of entry into force: Unknown

The ornamental torches are composed of a bamboo frame, an aluminium vessel with a screw cap, a wick and a washer. The washer measures 3 cm in diameter and is found under the screw cap, between the wick and the aluminium cap. It is made of friable chrysotile asbestos, is easily removable and can be broken up using one’s fingers. The only difference between the items is their size.

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