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🧸 Product FR December 20, 2023

metaltex — pince multi-usage

les analyses ont montré que lors de l´utilisation de cet ustensile de cuisine, la migration spécifique en 4,4' - méthylènedianiline est supérieur à la limite de 0,002 mg/kg prévue par le réglement ue n°10/2011

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metaltex — pince multi-usage
📷 DGCCRF / Rappel Conso · Source
Metaltex multi-purpose tongs Do not use this kitchen utensil. Return it to the point of sale and contact the seller or the consumer service. Destroy the product.
Barcode (GTIN): 8002522575686
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This alert was reported 953 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.
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72 days in total
May 19, 2026 July 30, 2026
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What is this? This is a metal kitchen tool made by Metaltex. It can give off a chemical that may be unsafe.

What's happening? Tests show the tool can release too much of a harmful chemical when used.

Does this affect me? If you own this tool, you may be at risk from the chemical.

What should I do? Stop using it now. Return it to the store where you bought it or call the company. Ask your doctor or pharmacist if you feel sick.

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Type: maison-habitat · Category: matériel de cuisine (sauf électroménager) · Hazard: intoxication · GTIN: 8002522575686 · les analyses ont montré que lors de l´utilisation de cet ustensile de cuisine, la migration spécifique en 4,4' - méthylènedianiline est supérieur à la limite de 0,002 mg/kg prévue par le réglement ue n°10/2011 · À faire: ne plus utiliser le produit · rapporter le produit au point de vente · contacter le point de vente · contacter le service consommateur · détruire le produit

First published
December 20, 2023
Last refreshed by us
2 months ago
Severity (as classified)
Medium
Official source
https://rappel.conso.gouv.fr/fiche-rappel/13300/interne

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What is this product recall alert about?
metaltex — pince multi-usage. Metaltex multi-purpose tongs Do not use this kitchen utensil. Return it to the point of sale and contact the seller or the consumer service. Destroy the product.
When was this alert issued?
This alert was issued on December 20, 2023 by Rappel Conso (DGCCRF, France).
Which countries are affected?
The alert applies to France.
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 rappel.conso.gouv.fr.

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