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Søstrene Grene Watercolours 12 pcs — recall

Consumer goods · United Kingdom · 2025-02-27

Hazard: Chemical

Søstrene Grene Watercolours 12 pcs due to chemical hazard

Country	United Kingdom
Category	Consumer goods
Published	2025-02-27
Model identifiers	Barcode: 5711812887851; Batch: 230866
Category	Toys
Hazard	Chemical
Hazard description	The product presents a serious chemical risk as an elevated amount of lead has been found in the white coloured paint, exceeding the established limit of the value set out in standard EN71-3._x000D_ Exposure to lead may cause a wide range of adverse effects, including damage to the kidneys, the circulatory system, and the developing brain. The unborn child and young children are the most sensitive to lead._x000D_ For further information on the health effects of lead exposure, please access: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/lead-properties-incident-management-and-toxicology
Non-compliance	Toys (Safety) Regulations 2011
Remedy	The product has been recalled from end users. Owners should stop using the product immediately, and keep it out of the reach of children. Owners should return the product to a Søstrene Grene for a refund or exchange. Further information can be accessed on the Søstrene Grene website at: https://press.sostrenegrene.com/recalls/eng-product-safety-recall-watercolours-12-pcs/
Recall number	2502-0120
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	UK GPSR, UKCA · Full guide →

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