Listing removed online
Voluntary measure
Notified by Ireland
Published 11 Aug 2026
SR/02250/26
Portwest gloves removed from online marketplaces over chemical risk
EU authorities had online listings removed for this product (Portwest gloves) after it was found to pose a chemical risk. Here is how to tell if you have it, and what to do next.
How to identify it
- Product
- Red PVC coated glove, length 45cm with polyester lining.
- Brand
- Portwest
- Barcode
- Batch / lot
- Not listed in the notice
- Made in
- People's Republic of China
- Category
- Protective equipment
Why it's dangerous
Chemical
The plastic material of the product has an excessive concentration of bis(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP) (measured value: 20% by weight). This phthalate may harm the health by causing possible damage to the reproductive system.
The product does not comply with the REACH Regulation.
What the authorities did
Measure
Removal of this product listing by the online marketplace
Type
Voluntary
Notified by
Ireland
Source
EU Safety Gate notification
SR/02250/26
View official notice ↗
Last synced 3 Oct 2026, 01:15 UTC. SafeCart is an independent company, not an EU body. This page summarises the official notice, which is the authoritative record.