Product Recall: My Living World Worm Kit (2602-0036)
Product Recall for My Living World Worm Kit presenting a health risk.
Summary
Product: My Living World Worm Kit
Hazard: The product presents a risk to health as the sand included in the set may be contaminated with a small quantity of asbestos.
Corrective action: The product has been withdrawn from the market and recalled from end users by Hobbycraft. Additional distributors will be added to this list, and further instructions provided, as recalls are launched.
Product information
| Type | Hobby/sports equipment – Arts/Crafts/Needlework Sand Supplies |
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| Brand | My Living |
| Hobbycraft Product Code | 5830641000 |
| Country of Origin | Unknown |
| Product Description | Educational science kit for observing live earthworms through layered sand and soil. |
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Hazard
The product presents a risk to health as the vials of sand included in the set 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The product has been withdrawn from the market and recalled from end users by Hobbycraft.
Additional distributors will be added to this list, and further instructions provided, as recalls are launched.
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.
For further information, access the Hobbycraft website at: Hobbycraft recall page or call customer service on 0330 026 1400.
Disposal instructions - Products sold by Hobbycraft
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Stop using the product immediately.
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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.
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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.
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Keep children and other people away from areas where the sand has been used until the area has been cleaned.
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Return the sand vials from the product to your nearest Hobbycraft store for a full refund.
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If you are unable to get to a Hobbycraft store, please follow the instructions above and dispose of the sand in your general household waste. Contact Hobbycraft for a full refund.
Additional information
PSD case number: 2602-0036
Lead Authority: Local Authority Trading Standards