The following notice has been issued by the Office for Product Safety and Standards.
Product
WOODEN QIYI Sand Activity Toy (sold via AliBaba)
Type
Toys - Board Games (Non Powered)
Brand
WOODEN QIYI
Country of origin
Unknown
Product description
Sand Tray Toy to learn letters and numbers intended for children, packaged in orange cardboard packaging.
Product identifiers
1005008843242014-12000046913158791
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 Toys (Safety) Regulations 2011.
Corrective action
The product has been recalled from end users by AliBaba.
The product has been withdrawn from the market by Montessori Toys. For more information, visit the Montessori Toys website.
We recommend owners stop using this product immediately and keep it out of the reach of children. Follow the below instructions for details on disposal and return of the product.
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.
- For a refund, follow the instructions provided by the seller or online marketplace. Some may require you to return the product, while others may ask you to follow the steps above and dispose of it safely as general household waste.