Product Recall: Sand-Filled Weirdo Toys sold via Amazon (2607-0036)
Product Recall of Sand-Filled Weirdo Toys presenting a risk to health.
Summary
Product: Sand-Filled Weirdo Toys sold via Amazon
Hazard: The product presents a risk to health as the sand within the toy 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Corrective action: The product has been withdrawn from the market and recalled from end users by the seller, Nico Toys Limited.
Product information
| Type | Toys - Action Figures (Non-Powered) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Forever Shiny Limited |
| Country of Origin | China |
| Product Description | Sand-filled novelty action figure / squeezy toy. |
| Product Report and Image |
Affected Models
| Product Name | Item Number |
|---|---|
| Sand Filled Weirdo - Dog | F-SDWDOG-1P |
| Sand Filled Weirdo - Frog | F-SDWFROG-1P |
| Sand Filled Weirdo - Gorilla | F-SDWGORIL-1P |
| Sand Filled Weirdo - Green Head Fish | F-SDWGRFISH-1P |
| Sand Filled Weirdo - Pig | F-SDWPIG-1P |
| Sand Filled Weirdo - Pineapple Duck | F-SDWPDUCK-1P |
| Sand Filled Weirdo - Poopman | F-SDWPOOP-1P |
| Sand Filled Weirdo - Rabbit | F-SDWRABB-1P |
| Sand Filled Weirdo - Mule | F-SDWMULE-1P |
Hazard
The product presents a risk to health as the sand in the toy 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The products have been withdrawn from the market and recalled from end users by the seller, Nico Toys Limited.
We recommend owners stop using the product immediately. Follow the below instructions for details on disposal or return of the product.
Disposal instructions:
- If the product is intact and the sand is not accessible, 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 product is damaged and the sand is accessible, 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.
- Follow the instructions provided by Nico Toys Limited on return of affected products, or contact your local authority / access their website for guidance on safe disposal of asbestos in your area.
- For further information, please contact Nico Toys Limited or visit the Government guidance page on asbestos in consumer products
Additional information
PSD case number: 2607-0036
Lead Authority: Office for Product Safety and Standards