United KingdomKTL Sensory Science Kit (brand KTL, formerly Kandy Toys), item number TY1050, barcode 5033849928803 — a toy science kit with sand‑like material, vials and mixing beakers — is recalled in the UK. The sand‑like material may be contaminated with a small quantity of asbestos, which poses a health risk. Owners are advised to stop using it immediately, keep it out of reach of children, and follow KTL’s recall instructions at https://kandytoys.co.uk/recall-information or by calling 01395 234600.
What's being recalled
Product Recall for KTL Sensory Science Kit presenting a risk to health.
Type: Toys - Scientific Toys (Non Powered)
Brand: KTL (formerly Kandy Toys)
Item Number: TY1050
Barcode: 5033849928803
Country of Origin: Unknown
Product Description: Toy science kit including sand-like material, vials and mixing beakers.
How to identify it
PSD case number: 2603-0179
Lead Authority: Local Authority Trading Standards
The hazard
The product presents a risk to health as the sand-like material inside 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.
What to do
The product has been recalled from end users by KTL (Kandy Toys).
Additional distributors may 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 KTL website at: https://kandytoys.co.uk/recall-information or call customer service on 01395 234600.
The official notice
This page is a summary of the notice published by Office for Product Safety and Standards, collected from Office for Product Safety and Standards. Check the original before you act on it.
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