HP — Lenkradbezug DESIGN
Steering wheel cover made of black imitation leather with decorative stripes of silver-coloured plastic, for a 37-39 cm diameter steering wheel. Product sold online, in particular via eBay
- Risk level
- Serious risk
- Type
- Chemical
- Category
- Other - Automotive accessories
- Hazard
- The plastic material of the product has an excessive concentration of bis(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP) (measured value 20.3% by weight). This phthalate may harm the health by causing possible damage to the reproductive system.
- Origin
- People's Republic of China
⚖️ Actions ordered by authorities
- ▸ (to: Importer) Recall of the product from end users
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What is this? This is a car steering-wheel cover made by HP. The plastic in it has too much of a chemical called DEHP.
What's happening? The DEHP level is too high. This chemical can harm your body, especially your ability to have children.
Does this affect me? Anyone who uses this steering-wheel cover could be at risk. It was sold in Germany.
What should I do? Stop using it right away. Ask your pharmacist or doctor if you have any health concerns.
🤖 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: Other - Automotive accessories · Hazard: The plastic material of the product has an excessive concentration of bis(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP) (measured value 20.3% by weight). This phthalate may harm the health by causing possible damage to the reproductive system. · Origin: People's Republic of China
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