Sand Art Activity Kit sold via eBay and Amazon Recall (February 2026)
Risk to health as the sand included in the set may be contaminated with a quantity of asb….
| What | Sand Art Activity Kit sold via eBay and Amazon |
|---|---|
| The hazard | The product presents a risk to health as the sand included in the set may be contaminated with a quantity of asbestos. |
| Product type | Hobby/sports equipment - Arts/Crafts/Needlework Sand Supplies |
| Made in | China |
| Issued by | Office for Product Safety and Standards |
| Recall date | 2026-02-23 (notice 2602-0208) |
What was recalled
Sand Art Activity Kit containing 10 bags of coloured sand, 10 bottles, and tools.
Why it was recalled
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.
What to do
The product has been recalled from end users by the importer, Fairtrade Wholesale UK Limited, and online marketplaces, eBay and Amazon.
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.
- Return the product to store where specified by the retailer for a full refund.
- If you are unable to return the product to the retailer, or the product was purchased via an online marketplace, follow the steps above and contact your local authority / access their website for guidance on safe disposal of asbestos in your area.
- For further information, please contact the retailer or visit the GOV.UK page on asbestos in consumer products.
PSD case number: 2602-0208
Lead Authority: Office for Product Safety and Standards
Source: the official OPSS product recall notice, published 2026-02-23. Every fact on this page comes from that notice — if anything here disagrees with it, the notice wins.
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