The following notice has been issued by the Office for Product Safety and Standards.
Product
KTL 2.2 kg Squishy Hot Colour Gorilla Toy (sold via Debenhams, Howley's Toys, and OnBuy)
Type
Toys - Action Figures (Non Powered)
Brand
KTL (formerly Kandy Toys)
Country of origin
Unknown
Product description
Stretchy gorilla toys filled with sand-like material.
KTL item number
TY3537
KTL barcode
5063389048716
Howley's toys SKU
RMR05-2410
Howley's toys barcode
5015934899403
Debenham's SKU
M5015934899403
OnBuy item number
p-401766627-853879379
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.
Corrective action
The product has been recalled from end users by KTL (Kandy Toys) and withdrawn from the market by Howley's Toys. The listings have been removed by Debenhams and OnBuy.
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 or call customer service on 01395 234600.
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 webpage on asbestos in consumer products.
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