Miki Sand Art Sets are being recalled after unidentified mineral fibres that were consistent with asbestos were found during testing. Photo / Supplied
Miki Sand Art Sets are being recalled after unidentified mineral fibres that were consistent with asbestos were found during testing. Photo / Supplied
Another sand product is being urgently recalled after it tested positive for asbestos.
Initial testing of the Miki Sand Art Set found unidentified mineral fibres that were consistent with asbestos.
Over 570 units of the Miki Sand Art Set were sold nationwide between July 2023 and December 2023, accordingto the Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment (MBIE) website.
The ministry said the product is being recalled as a precaution because it could contain asbestos.
“Our advice is that people stop using this product immediately and follow the relevant advice for safe containment and disposal,” MBIE said.
Anyone who has a Miki Sand Art Set should stop using the product immediately and follow the relevant advice for safe containment and disposal. Photo / Supplied
What should you do?
Families who have purchased this sand are advised to stop using it immediately.
MBIE said people should not touch or play with the sand and are advised to follow the specialist advice on safe containment, removal and disposal.
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