Bird Naphthalene Mothballs
- Affected
- Clear bag with bird having the appearance of an eagle and American flag, containing small white balls
- The problem
- The product presents a serious chemical risk as it contains naphthalene (stated as 99.494%), which is a banned, carcinogenic substance. Ingestion or inhalation of the chemical can cause irreversible damage to internal organs.
- What to do
- Destruction of the product
Product information
| Type | Chemical products – Mothballs |
|---|---|
| Barcode | 6034000262537 |
| Batch number | 20200401 |
| Country of Origin | Ghana |
| Product Description | Clear bag with bird having the appearance of an eagle and American flag, containing small white balls |
| Product Report and Image | Link to product image and PDF |
Hazard
The product presents a serious chemical risk as it contains naphthalene (stated as 99.494%), 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 via this 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
Destruction of the product
Additional information
PSD case number: 2302-0056
Notified by: Local Authority Trading Standards
Can I get a refund?
In most cases, yes – recalled items can usually be returned for a full refund, repair or replacement, often without a receipt. Follow the instructions in the notice above, or contact the shop you bought it from. More on your rights after a recall.
Updated 16 February 2023. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.