Basic Concept — 1.7litre hot water bottle
- Risk level
- Serious risk
- Type
- Chemical
- Category
- -
- Hazard
- The plastic material contains the polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbon (PAH) chrysene (measured value: 2.8 mg/kg).
- Origin
- People's Republic of China
What is this? This is a 1.7-litre hot water bottle made in China. Tests found a chemical called chrysene in the plastic.
What's happening? The plastic has too much chrysene. This chemical can be harmful if it touches skin or gets inside the body.
Does this affect me? Anyone using this bottle in Germany could be at risk. Chrysene may cause health problems over time.
What should I do? Stop using the bottle right away. Ask a pharmacist or doctor if you feel unwell. Return it to where you bought it.
🤖 This plain-language summary is automatically generated from the official agency notice using AI. It is for general information only — not medical advice. For decisions about your health, always consult a pharmacist or doctor and read the official source linked below.
🔬 Medical / technical details (for professionals)
Risk level: Serious risk · Type: Chemical · Category: - · Hazard: The plastic material contains the polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbon (PAH) chrysene (measured value: 2.8 mg/kg). · Origin: People's Republic of China
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