Product Safety Report: Diamond Fresh naphthalene balls (2303-0034)
Product Safety Report for Diamond Fresh naphthalene balls presenting a serious chemical risk.
Summary
Product: Diamond Fresh naphthalene balls
Hazard: The product presents a serious chemical risk as it contains naphthalene which is a banned, carcinogenic substance.
Corrective action: The product has been destroyed at the border.
Product information
| Type | Chemical products - Naphthalene balls |
|---|---|
| Country of Origin | China |
| Brand | Diamond Fresh |
| Product Description | A clear, blue and red bag of anti-insect naphthalene balls |
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Hazard
The product presents a serious chemical risk as it contains naphthalene which is a banned, carcinogenic substance. Ingestion or inhalation of the chemical can cause irreversible damage to internal organs.
Further information regarding naphthalene can be found on Gov.uk at the following link: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/naphthalene-properties-incident-management-and-toxicology/naphthalene-general-information
The product does not meet the requirements of the Registration, Evaluation, Authorisation & restriction of Chemicals (REACH) Enforcement Regulations 2008.
Corrective action
The product has been destroyed at the border.
Additional information
PSD case number: 2303-0034
Notified by: Local Authority Trading Standards