Alert Number: A12/0462/16
Category: Protective equipment
Product: Welding gloves
Brand: Würth
Name: Welderking
Type/Number of Model: 0984 325 10
Batch Number/Barcode: 4045989114191
Risk: Chemical
The amount of Chromium (VI) in the leather of the gloves is too high (measured value: 7.3 mg/kg). Chromium (VI) is sensitising and may trigger allergic reactions. The product does not comply with the REACH Regulation and with the requirements of the Personal Protective Equipment Directive.
Measures ordered by public authorities: Import rejected at border
Description: Gloves of white and light grey leather, size 10
Country of origin: Italy
Alert submitted by: Finland
Risk Type: Serious
Year - Week: 2016 - 16