Product Recall: HTI Toys Stretcherz Toys (2602-0156)
Product Recall for HTI Toys Stretcherz Toys presenting a risk to health.
Summary
Product: HTI Toys Stretcherz Toys
Hazard: The product presents a risk to health as the sand included in the set may be contaminated with a quantity of asbestos.
The products have been withdrawn from the market and recalled from end users by HTI Toys (manufacturer) and the following distributors/retailers: ALDI, Argos, ASDA, B&M, The Entertainer and Early Learning Centre (ELC), Home Bargains, Morrisons, Poundland, Primark, Smyths Toys, Tesco, TK Maxx/Homesense, and The Works.
Additional distributors/retailers will be added to this list, and further instructions provided, as recalls are launched.
Product information
| Type | Toys - Action Figures (Non Powered) |
|---|---|
| Brand | Stretcherz |
| Identifiers | For a full list of product identifiers and images, please see Annex A in the linked PDF. |
| Country of Origin | Unknown |
| Product Description | Stretch toys filled with sand-like material. |
| Product Report and Image |
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The products have been withdrawn from the market and recalled from end users by HTI Toys (manufacturer) and the following distributors/retailers: ALDI, Argos, ASDA, B&M, The Entertainer and Early Learning Centre (ELC), Home Bargains, Morrisons, Poundland, Primark, Smyths Toys, Tesco, TK Maxx/Homesense, and The Works. Additional distributors/retailers 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, please access the specific business websites below:
- HTI Toys: https://www.htigroup.co.uk/portfolio-item/recall-information/
- ALDI: https://help.aldi.co.uk/faqs/article/Product-Recall—Stretcherz-Twin-Pack-Skulls
- Argos: https://www.argos.co.uk/events/safety-product-recalls.
- ASDA:https://corporate.asda.com/product-recalls
- B&M: https://www.bmstores.co.uk/product-recalls
- Early Learning Centre: https://www.elc.co.uk/product-safety-notices
- The Entertainer: https://www.thetoyshop.com/product-safety-notices
- Home Bargains: https://help.homebargains.co.uk/productrecall
- Morrisons: https://my.morrisons.com/product-recall/
- Poundland: https://www.poundland.co.uk/product-recall
- Primark: https://www.primark.com/help/s/article/Stretcherz
- Smyth’s Toys: https://www.smythstoys.com/uk/en-gb/product-information.
- Tesco: https://www.tesco.com/zones/product-recall
- TKMaxx: https://www.tkmaxx.com/uk/en/l/product-recall and Homesense: https://www.homesense.com/product-recalls
- The Works https://www.theworks.co.uk/page/product-recalls
Disposal instructions – All
- 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.
- Return the product to the place of purchase for redress. If you are unable to get to the store, please follow the instructions above and dispose of the product in your general household waste.
- Contact the distributor you purchased from for a full refund.
Additional information
PSD case number: 2602-0156
Lead Authority: Local Authority Trading Standards
Updates to this page
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