Coloured sand products sold by Kmart NZ have tested positive for tremolite asbestos.
Coloured sand products sold by Kmart NZ have tested positive for tremolite asbestos.
More coloured sand products have been recalled after testing positive for asbestos.
The Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment (MBIE) released a statement today, recalling Rainbow Sand Art Toy and Craft Sand 380g.
The recall has been issued after proactive testing was done on both products, with both testing positivefor asbestos.
“The testing confirms that several samples have returned positive results for asbestos contamination,” says Ian Caplin, MBIE Product Safety Spokesperson.
“We are working closely with suppliers, and those linked to positive test results have initiated product recalls.
“We know this is worrying anyone who may have come into contact with these products. Our advice is that people stop using them immediately and follow the relevant advice for safe containment and disposal.
“Testing of other play sands available in New Zealand is ongoing, and we are aware that some businesses are conducting their own independent tests for asbestos contamination.”
