Anko Small Gel Pak and Anko Large Gel Pak — recall
Consumer goods · Australia · 2026-01-09
Hazard: The product is being recalled because t…
Kmart Anko Gel Paks may contain toxic ethylene glycol, posing health risk if packaging damaged
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| Country | Australia |
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| Category | Consumer goods |
| Published | 2026-01-09 |
| Manufacturer | Kmart Australia Ltd_x000D_ (link is external) |
| Retailer | Kmart stores and online at kmart.com.au |
| Model identifiers | 42010777 – Anko Small Gel Pak 42010784 – Anko Large Gel Pak Identification numbers are printed on the Gel Pak in white text next to the barcode. |
| Hazard description | The product is being recalled because the gel packs may contain ethylene glycol, a toxic substance. If packaging becomes damaged, ethylene glycol can leak out. If swallowed, ethylene glycol can cause irreversible injuries or death. |
| Remedy | Stop using the Gel Pak immediately and keep out of reach of children. Return the product to a Kmart store for a full refund. If you suspect someone has swallowed the contents of a gel pack, call the Poisons Information Centre for information and advice on 13 11 26. Contact Kmart Australia Call: 1800 124 125, Monday to Friday, 8am to 6pm (AEST) Online: https://www.kmart.com.au/contact-us/ (link is external) |
| Recall number | 2026/20789 |
| Official notice | View source ↗ |
What this means for sellers
| Likely platform / channel actions | Marketplaces may delist the same or similar products, freeze or force-remove inventory (e.g. Amazon FBA) and notify past buyers. |
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| Self-check for comparable products | Restricted-substance test reports (phthalates, lead, cadmium, PFAS…) covering current batches and all variants. |
| Rules & standards likely involved | the destination market's product-safety rules and mandatory standards |
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