Product Recall: Wizz Toys 7.8cm Gold Charms Wishing Bottles (2607-0178)
Product Recall for Wizz Toys 7.8cm Gold Charms Wishing Bottles presenting a risk to health.
Summary
Product: Wizz Toys 7.8cm Gold Charms Wishing Bottles
Hazard: The product presents a risk to health as the coloured sand included in the bottles 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Corrective action: The product has been withdrawn from the market and recalled from end users by PMS International.
Product information
| Type | Decorative articles/Homeware/Gardenware - Ornaments (Non Powered) |
|---|---|
| Brand | Wizz Toys |
| Model | 779026 |
| Barcode | 5050565779458 |
| Country of Origin | China |
| Product Description | Variety of decorative wishing bottles. |
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Hazard
The product presents a risk to health as the sand inside the bottles 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The product has been withdrawn from the market and recalled from end users by PMS International.
We recommend owners stop using the product immediately and keep it out of the reach of children. Follow the below instructions for details on disposal and return of the products.
For further information, access the PMS International website: https://b2b.pmsinternational.com/product-recall/ or contact productrecall@pmsinternational.com
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.
- Return the product to store where specified by the retailer for a full refund.
- If you are unable to return the product to the retailer, follow the steps above and contact your local authority / access their website for guidance on safe disposal of asbestos in your area.
- For further information, please contact the retailer or visit the GOV.UK page on asbestos in consumer products.
Additional information
PSD case number: 2607-0178
Lead Authority: Local Authority Trading Standards