24/02/2026
⚠️ Toy Safety Update — Asbestos Risk (UK)
There have been a number of product safety alerts in the UK relating to certain toys and craft kits containing sand-like materials that may be contaminated with asbestos, which is a hazardous substance.
🔎 Products that have been officially recalled by the UK authorities (GOV.UK):
• Sand Art Activity Kit (sold via eBay and Amazon) — asbestos found in the sand.
• Stretcherz Stretch Squad Assortment and Slammerz Assortment (sand-filled stretch toys).
These recalls are published on the UK government’s official product safety alerts site and include guidance on how to return or dispose of the items safely.
📢 Other products reported in media or by retailers as being removed or subject to concern:
Some sand and craft-based kits such as basing sand, sand art kits, modelling sand and similar products have been reported by news outlets and some retailers (e.g., Hobbycraft recall notices) as being removed from sale or under investigation due to potential asbestos contamination. These reports are based on retailer announcements and media coverage, and not all of these products yet appear on the official GOV.UK recall list. They may be subject to recalls or safety action as investigations continue.
📌 What this means for parents and carers:
👉 Always check the official GOV.UK product safety alerts site for the most up-to-date recall information.
👉 If you have an affected product that’s officially recalled, stop using it immediately and follow the recall instructions (return for refund or dispose safely).
👉 For products reported in media or by retailers but not yet on the official recall list, exercise caution — keep them out of reach of children until their safety has been confirmed.
Keeping everyone informed with accurate safety information helps protect families.
Product Recall: HTI Toys Stretcherz Toys (2602-0156)
www.gov.uk
