Product Recall: Squishy Sausage Dogs and Squishy Pugs (2603-0141)
Product Recall for Squishy Sausage Dogs and Squishy Pugs presenting a risk to health.
Summary
Product: Squishy Sausage Dogs and Squishy Pugs
Hazard: The product presents a risk to health as the sand included in the toy may be contaminated with a quantity of asbestos.
Corrective action: The products have been recalled from end users by the manufacturer, Hunter Price, and retailers, The Entertainer, Tesco and Matalan.
Product information
| Type | Toys - Action Figures (Non Powered) |
|---|---|
| Brand | Hunter Price |
| Country of Origin | China |
| Product Description | Sand-filled toys shaped like sausage dogs and pugs. These toys were sold through The Entertainer, Tesco and Matalan stores and websites between May 2024 and February 2026 |
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Product Identifiers
| Description | SKU | Product Code | Barcode |
|---|---|---|---|
| Squishy Sausage Dog | 567415 | 22776 | 5061010227769 |
| Squishy Pugs | 567421 | 22782ENT | 5061010227820 |
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 Toys (Safety) Regulations 2011.
Corrective action
The products have been recalled from end users by Hunter Price (manufacturer) and The Entertainer, Tesco and Matalan (retailers).
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 toy is undamaged, 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 toy is damaged and the sand inside 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.
- Dispose of the product in your general household waste, or return to store where specified by the retailer, who will provide a full refund.
- For further information, or questions, contact the retailer you purchased from.
Additional information
PSD case number: 2603-0141, 2603-0212
Lead Authority: Local Authority Trading Standards