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🧸 Product IT May 22, 2020

F.lli Zucchini — GP36 - Colla da Montaggio a Presa Rapida

125 g of synthetic adhesive paste.

📷 Safety Gate / European Commission · Source
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F.lli Zucchini — GP36 - Colla da Montaggio a Presa Rapida
📷 Safety Gate / European Commission · Source
Risk level
Other risk levels
Type
Chemical
Category
Chemical products

Hazard: The product/glue contains an excessive amount of toluene (measured value: 0.49 % by weight). Toluene is neurotoxic, if inhaled or in contact with the skin, and might also affect the unborn child.

Origin
Italy

⚖️ Actions ordered by authorities

  • ▸ (to: Manufacturer) Ban on the marketing of the product and any accompanying measures
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Archived (older alert)
This alert was reported 2308 days ago and has been moved from our active feed to the archive. The original safety information still applies — we have no confirmation from the issuing agency that the product is safe again. Refer to the official notice for the current status.
📈 Timeline
122 days in total
May 17, 2026 September 16, 2026
Daily snapshot data starts accumulating once the scheduler runs — for now this is interpolated from the agency's first/last dates.

What is this? This is a fast-setting glue made by F.lli Zucchini. It contains too much toluene, a chemical that can harm the brain and nerves.

What's happening? The glue has too much toluene. This can be dangerous if you breathe it in or touch it.

Does this affect me? Anyone using this glue in Italy could be at risk.

What should I do? Stop using this glue. Ask your pharmacist or doctor for advice.

🤖 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.

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Brand(s) / product name(s)
F.lli Zucchini
Agency-published detail

Risk level: Other risk levels · Type: Chemical · Category: Chemical products · Hazard: The product/glue contains an excessive amount of toluene (measured value: 0.49 % by weight). Toluene is neurotoxic, if inhaled or in contact with the skin, and might also affect the unborn child. · Origin: Italy

First published
May 22, 2020
Last refreshed by us
3 months ago
Severity (as classified)
Medium
Official source
https://ec.europa.eu/safety-gate-alerts/screen/webReport/alertDetail/10001238

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❓ Frequently asked questions

▸ What is this product recall alert about?
F.lli Zucchini — GP36 - Colla da Montaggio a Presa Rapida. Risk level: Other risk levels · Type: Chemical · Category: Chemical products · Hazard: The product/glue contains an excessive amount of toluene (measured value: 0.49 % by weight). Toluene is neurotoxic, if inhaled or in contact with the skin, and might also affect the unborn chil...
▸ When was this alert issued?
This alert was issued on May 22, 2020 by EU Safety Gate.
▸ Which countries are affected?
The alert applies to Italy.
▸ How serious is this alert?
Medium risk. A medium risk means harm is possible under certain conditions. Read the notice and act on the recommended steps.
▸ What should I do?
If you have this product at home, stop using it and return it to the point of purchase for a refund. Keep the receipt if you have one — most retailers refund without it for safety recalls.
▸ Where can I find the official notice?
The full official notice is published on ec.europa.eu.

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