Product Recall: Multi-Colour Ultra-Fine Quartz Sand sold via Shein (2602-0265)

Product Recall for Multi-Colour Ultra-Fine Quartz Sand presenting a risk to health.

Summary

Product: Multi-Colour Ultra-Fine Quartz Sand sold via Shein.

Hazard: The product presents a risk to health as the sand included in the set may be contaminated with a quantity of asbestos.

Corrective action: The product has been recalled from end users by Shein.

Product information

Type Hobby/sports equipment - Arts/Crafts/Needlework Sand Supplies
SKU sh251116481135504969
Country of Origin China
Product Description Sand for play, texture painting, vase-filling, room decor and art. Product is available in clear bags and in shades yellow, brown, orange and green.
Product Report and Image Link to product image and PDF

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 Shein.  

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.    
  • Contact the distributor you purchased from for a full refund and dispose of the product in your general household waste.

Additional information

PSD case number: 2602-0265

Lead Authority: Office for Product Safety and Standards

Updates to this page

Published 25 February 2026