Willy Guhl, Eternit, — Ornament/planters/garden furniture made of asbestos containing fiber cement
Vintage garden furniture and gardening pots of ornaments/planters. Various models in different sizes manufactured about 1950-1993. Product sold online, in particular via Mid Century.
- Risk level
- Serious risk
- Typ
- Chemical
- Kategori
- Furniture
- Fara
- The products contain, and may release, asbestos fibres (at least 10%) which may lead to cancer.
- Origin
- Switzerland
⚖️ Åtgärder ordnade av myndigheter
- ▸ (to: Distributor) Other: Dispose of as asbestos-containing waste in accordance with national legislation
- ▸ (to: Other) Withdrawal of the product from market
- ▸ Measures ordered by economic operators (to: Distributor) Destruction of the product
What is this? Some old garden items like pots, benches, and decorations were made with a material called fiber cement. This material can contain asbestos, a harmful substance.
What's happening? These items may release tiny asbestos fibers into the air. Breathing these fibers can cause serious health problems, including cancer.
Does this affect me? If you have these items in your garden, you could be at risk. Asbestos is dangerous when fibers are released into the air.
What should I do? Do not touch or move these items yourself. Ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice before doing anything.
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Risk level: Serious risk · Type: Chemical · Category: Furniture · Hazard: The products contain, and may release, asbestos fibres (at least 10%) which may lead to cancer. · Origin: Switzerland
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