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Sand-filled toy — recall

Consumer goods · European Union · 2026-08-21 · China-origin

Hazard: Health risk / otherOrigin: China

Sand-filled toy Health risk / other

Country	European Union
Category	Consumer goods
Published	2026-08-21
Country of origin	China
Model identifiers	621392.210; 8713219473733; 044504
Category	Toys
Hazard	Health risk / other
Hazard description	The toy could rupture and the filling of the inside could come out. The sand inside contains asbestos (measured value up to 5% by weight). Asbestos could cause cancer. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Toy Safety Directive.
Remedy	Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: DistributorCategory of measure(s): Recall of the product from end usersDate of entry into force: 20/07/2026Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: DistributorCategory of measure(s): Stop of salesDate of entry into force: 20/07/2026
Recall number	SR/02291/26
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; under GPSR regulators can require platforms to act within 2 working days.
Self-check for comparable products	Restricted-substance test reports (phthalates, lead, cadmium, PFAS…) covering current batches and all variants.
Rules & standards likely involved	GPSR, CE (Toys EN 71 / LVD·EMC), REACH · Full guide →

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