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The cable of the lighting chain is not properly attached and can detach exposing live parts which might lead to an electric shock if touched. The insulation of the cable and the plug is not adequate with the risk of short-circuit if the product is exposed to water. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Low Voltage Directive and the relevant European standard EN 60598.
The product contains the aromatic amines o-anisidine and o-toluidine (measured value 24 mg/kg and 31 mg/kg). Aromatic Amines can cause cancer, cell mutations and affect reproduction. The Council of Europe Resolution ResAP (2008)1 on requirements and criteria for the safety of tattoos and permanent make-up, recommends that aromatic amines with carcinogenic, mutagenic, reprotoxic or sensitising properties should neither be present in tattoos and permanent make-up products nor released from azo-colourants. The product does not comply with the national legislation.
The amount of Chromium VI in the leather of the hood's edging is too high (measured values up to 37.3 mg/kg). Chromium VI is sensitising and may trigger allergic reactions. The product does not comply with the REACH Regulation.
The product contains the aromatic amines o-toluidine (measured value 92 mg/kg), 2.4-diaminotoluene (measured value 2780 mg/kg) and 2-methyl-5-nitroaniline (measured value 46 mg/kg). Aromatic Amines can cause cancer, cell mutations and affect reproduction. The Council of Europe Resolution ResAP (2008)1 on requirements and criteria for the safety of tattoos and permanent make-up, recommends that aromatic amines with carcinogenic, mutagenic, reprotoxic or sensitising properties should neither be present in tattoos and permanent make-up products nor released from azo-colourants.
The separators of the double glass wall of the thermos flask contain asbestos fibres. If the thermos breaks, the users may inhale asbestos fibres, which are carcinogenic. The product does not comply with the REACH Regulation.
The product contains dimethylfumarate (DMF) (measured values: 0.118 mg/kg in the insole and 0.129 mg/kg in the upper). DMF causes skin irritation and is a strong skin sensitizer when in contact with the skin. One case of contact dermatitis reported. The product does not comply with the REACH Regulation.
The liquid has a high total aerobic microbial count. There is a risk of contracting infections as the liquid could be inhaled through aerosol and get in contact with the eyes.
The liquid has a high total aerobic microbial count. There is a risk of contracting infections as the liquid could be inhaled through aerosol and get in contact with the eyes.
