The following notice has been issued by the Office for Product Safety and Standards.
Product
Texet Bright Start Fluorescent Coloured Craft Sand Pack of 6
Type
Hobby / sports equipment - Arts / Crafts / Needlework Sand Supplies
Brand
Texet
Country of origin
China
Product description
350 g tubs of fluorescent craft sand sold in packs of 6. Sales period April 2024-February 2026.
Model
AC-SAND-PK6
Barcode
5060955510899
Batches
BT3349, BT1264
Hazard
The product presents a risk to health as the sand may be contaminated with a small quantity of asbestos. Asbestos is a banned substance because it poses a risk to health even at low levels of exposure.
The product does not meet the requirements of the General Product Safety Regulations 2005.
Corrective action
The product has been recalled from end users by Texet Sales Ltd (the importer). For further information, access the Texet website.
Disposal instructions
- Stop using the product immediately.If the sand is still in its packaging, place in a heavy-duty plastic bag, double tape it securely, label it clearly and store in a secure location out of the reach of children.
- If the sand has been used, clean up sites where the product was used using wet cloths to avoid generating dust. Wear gloves and a mask. Double bag the sand, gloves, mask and cloths.
- Keep children and other people away from areas where the sand has been used until the area has been cleaned.
- Dispose of the product in your general household waste, or return to store where specified by the retailer, who will provide a full refund.