Asbestos Detected in Children's Sand Kits Across Multiple Online Platforms
Children's sand kits sold on Amazon, eBay, TikTok, and Asda contain asbestos. Find out which products are recalled and why.
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Two popular children's sand kits have been found to contain tremolite asbestos, a known carcinogen. This is concerning as over 39 recall notices for asbestos-contaminated sand products have been issued since November.
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0 likes, 0 comments - drhowardsmithreports on May 28, 2026: "MG217 Multi-Symptom Treatment Cream & Skin Protectant Eczema Cream Has Staphylococcus aureus Contamination This bacteria causes infections ranging from localized skin infections to severe or life-threatening sepsis. People with weakened immune systems or compromised skin, including wounds, burns, or skin disorders, may face a greater risk of serious complications. Affected: Lot number 1024088 with expiration date November 2026. This recalled cream was was sold at HEB Grocery locations and internet sellers including Amazon. Stop using and return this recalled cream to the place of purchase. For more information, contact Pharmacal at 1-800-558-6614 or by email at [email protected]. References on my website. #RecallAlert #ProductRecall #EczemaCare #HealthAlert #ConsumerSafety".
0 likes, 0 comments - drhowardsmithreports on May 28, 2026: "Straus Family Creamery Organic Super Premium Ice Cream Has Metal These metal foreign bodies trigger lacerations in the mouth and digestive tract. Affected products include Vanilla Bean Pint with BEST BY dates of December 23, 2026 and December 28, 2026; Strawberry Quart with BEST BY date December 24, 2026; Strawberry Pint with BEST BY date December 25, 2026; Cookie Dough Pint with BEST BY date December 26, 2026; Dutch Chocolate Quart with BEST BY date December 27, 2026; and Mint Chip Pint with BEST BY date December 30, 2026. The recalled products were sold in Arizona, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Florida, Georgia, Iowa, Illinois, Indiana, Maryland, New Jersey, Oregon, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Texas, Washington, and Wisconsin beginning in May 2026. Stop eating the recalled ice cream and but don’t return the product to the store. Contact Straus Family Creamery at 1-707-776-2887 or by email at [email protected]. References on my website. #RecallAlert #IceCreamRecall #FoodSafety #ConsumerAlert #ProductRecall".
0 likes, 0 comments - drhowardsmithreports on May 28, 2026: "Guidecraft Kitchen Helper Towers Become Unstable The platform inside the tower loosens over time causing it to become unstable or detach, creating a dangerous fall hazard for young children. Affected: Classic and Contemporary Guidecraft Kitchen Helper Towers sold between June 1, 2022, and October 31, 2023. About 25,235 recalled towers were sold online by Guidecraft, Amazon, Wayfair, Walmart, Target, Maisonette, and Overstock between June 2022 and October 2023. Stop using these recalled towers and contact Guidecraft at 1-800-524-3555 or by email at [email protected] to receive free repair parts and installation instructions. References on my website. #RecallAlert #ChildSafety #ParentingTips #ProductRecall #SafetyFirst".
0 likes, 0 comments - drhowardsmithreports on May 28, 2026: "Cosyland Children’s Tower Stools Dump Kids These stools collapse or tip over while in use, and a child’s torso can fit through openings on the front and back sides. These design flaws create serious risks of injuries and entrapment that could lead to death. Affected: model numbers CS0003 and CS0092-4. About 125,200 tower stools were sold online in the US at Amazon.com between April 2021 and November 2025. Stop using these recalled tower stools and store them away from children until repaired. Contact Cosyland at 1-866-677-3889 or by email at [email protected] to obtain free repair parts including protective nets, stabilizing feet, and installation instructions. The company will mail repair parts directly to you at no charge. References on my website. #RecallAlert #ChildSafety #ParentingTips #ProductRecall #SafetyFirst".
0 likes, 0 comments - drhowardsmithreports on May 28, 2026: "ASTRO BOD FAST, ASTRO SIT FAST, and CANYON GUIDE Climbing Harnesses Let You Fall The D-ring on these harnesses releases allowing the attachment point to open and creating a risk of serious injury or death from a fall. Affected model numbers include ASTRO BOD FAST European versions C083AA00, C083AA01, and C083AA02; ASTRO BOD FAST International versions C083BA00, C083BA01, C083BA02, C083BA03, C083BA04, and C083BA05; ASTRO SIT FAST models C085AA00, C085AA01, and C085AA02; and CANYON GUIDE models C086BA00 and C086BA01. About 29,300 harnesses were sold in the US and about 4,900 were sold in Canada by GME Supply Co., Access Rules, and Ropeworks for resale from March 2018 through October 2023 for ASTRO harnesses and from March 2020 through October 2023 for CANYON GUIDE harnesses. Stop using these recalled harnesses. Contact Petzl America at 1-877-807-3805 or by email at [email protected] to receive a free replacement D-ring kit. References on my website. #RecallAlert #SafetyFirst #ClimbingGear #FallHazard #ProductRecall".
0 likes, 0 comments - drhowardsmithreports on May 28, 2026: "Costco’s Agio Menlo Woven Patio Swings Can Dump You The seats on these swings detach from the frame while in use creating a risk of serious injury or death from a fall. Affected model number 1934256. About 18,500 patio swings were sold at Costco retail stores and online at Costco.com from February 2026 through March 2026. Stop using these recalled patio swings. Contact World Bright International Limited at 1-888-383-1932 or by email at [email protected] to receive a free repair kit that includes replacement hooks and instructions for replacing the hooks. References on my website. #RecallAlert #PatioSafety #HomeSafety #CostcoFinds #ProductRecall".
0 likes, 0 comments - drhowardsmithreports on May 28, 2026: "ENFINIGY and ENFINIGY Pro 1.5-liter Electric Kettles Have Gimpy Handles These handles loosen and separate from the kettlecausing hot contents to spill and creating a serious burn hazard. Affected model numbers include 53101-200, 53101-201 for the ENFINIGY Electric Kettle and 53101-500, 53101-501, 53101-502, 53101-503, and 53101-504 for the ENFINIGY Electric Kettle Pro. About 113,440 kettles were sold in the US, with an additional about 43,963 sold in Canada and about 48 sold in Mexico at HomeGoods stores and online at zwilling.com from December 2019 through February 2026. Stop using the serecalled kettles. Contact ZWILLING J. A. Henckels Aktiengesellschaft at 1-866-963-4583 or by email at [email protected] for a full refund. To receive a refund in the US unplug the kettle, cut the cord, and email a photo of the product before safely disposing of it. References on my website. #RecallAlert #KitchenSafety #BurnHazard #ProductRecall #HomeSafety".
Rat poison discovered in a HiPP baby food jar in Austria has triggered a major recall from over 1,000 Spar supermarkets, with police investigating possible deliberate tampering.
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