Swimming gloves

What is the danger

The neoprene of the product contains an excessive amount of polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs), notably chrysene and benzo(e)pyrene (measured values: up to 3.17 mg/kg, and 4.48 mg/kg by weight respectively). These PAHs may cause cancer and are also mutagenic and toxic for reproduction.

Requirements breached

The product does not comply with the REACH Regulation.

Measures taken

1. Recall of the product from end users Voluntary measuresTaken by: ImporterIn force from: 18 February 2020
2. Withdrawal of the product from the market Voluntary measuresTaken by: ImporterIn force from: 18 February 2020

Product

Description

Coloured gloves (depending on size S = turquoise, M = red, L = blue); padded web between the fingers; cuff with Velcro fastening; Articles 9634 and 9635: Upper: Textile (80% polyamide, 20% elastane), palm: 100% neoprene; Articles 9636 and 9667: Upper and palm: 100% neoprene

Packaging

Coloured cardboard with hanger

Brand

BECO

Model / type

Art.: 9634, 9635, 9636, 9667

Barcode

4013368346709