The risk
The product poses a chemical risk because it releases a mixture of polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons and naphthalene derivatives including naphtalene, benzothiazole, crinoline, acenaphthene, dibenzofuran, anthracene and others. Cancerous effects, genotoxic properties, and harmful effects as a result of ingestion, inhalation and contact have been attributed to these substances.
Product: Steering wheel cover in black imitation leather.
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Measures taken
Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: Other Category of measure(s): Ban on the marketing of the product and any accompanying measures Date of entry into force: 29/05/2013
Other chemical alerts in 2013
2 of the 165 motor vehicle alerts published in 2013 concerned the same risk.
| A12/1124/13 30 Aug 2013 | My and Car Pick Up Truck |
Who notified alerts in 2013
| Notifying country | Alerts |
|---|---|
| Germany | 65 |
| Portugal | 30 |
| Spain | 23 |
| Greece | 20 |
| United Kingdom | 17 |
| Malta | 3 |
Safety Gate (European Commission) · CC0 · all alerts of 2013