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Stretching toy — recall

Consumer goods · European Union · 2026-09-04 · China-origin

Hazard: Health risk / otherOrigin: China

Stretching toy Health risk / other

Country	European Union
Category	Consumer goods
Published	2026-09-04
Country of origin	China
Model identifiers	8713219521298; 044245
Category	Toys
Hazard	Health risk / other
Hazard description	The toy can easily 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): Stop of salesDate of entry into force: 25/02/2026Type 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: 25/02/2026
Recall number	SR/02368/26
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	Check your comparable products' design, materials and QC records against the defect described here.
Rules & standards likely involved	GPSR, CE (Toys EN 71 / LVD·EMC), REACH · Full guide →

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