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27/03/2026

27/03/2026

Unfortunately I’m finding lots of these

Residents in the East of England will be safer after nearly 9,000 potentially dangerous batteries, chargers and devices were removed from sale and recalled from consumers.

The work was carried out by Trading Standards services across the Eastern region and follows a similar project last year that resulted in 1,800 unsafe lithium-ion batteries and chargers being removed from the market. Lithium-ion batteries are found in a large number of household devices, including laptops, mobile phones, vacuum cleaners and cordless power tools and can pose a serious fire risk.

The campaign saw Trading Standards services from across the East of England buy and test 18 items from laptop and e-scooter chargers to cordless screwdrivers, primarily from online marketplaces. All but one sample failed to provide the correct information as required by law, with 14 also failing on safety grounds, including risk of electric shock, fire and explosion.

The work, which is ongoing, has so far resulted in 8,798 batteries, chargers and devices being removed from sale and recalled from those who have already bought them. The number has risen sharply from last year’s project because of higher numbers of stock being held and more recall action.

Products tested by Suffolk Trading Standards included a battery charger posing a high risk hazards of electric shock, fire and explosion.

Make sure you only buy products from a reputable retailer. If buying on an online marketplace such as Amazon or eBay, make sure you check the details of the seller and that they have a UK address. Check the reviews for the product to see what others have said, and remember, if the price seems too good to be true, it probably is!

People are advised to only charge devices for the recommended amount of time and not while they are asleep or out of the house, as this could lead to a fire becoming much more serious.

If you have purchased a product that you think may be unsafe, stop using it immediately and report it to Trading Standards via Citizens Advice Consumer Service on 0808 223 1133.

25/03/2026

Product Recall for KTL Decorative Glass Bottle of Sand as the sand included in the bottle may be contaminated with a quantity of asbestos. Asbestos is a banned substance because it poses a risk to health even at low levels of exposure.

Brand: KTL (formerly Kandy Toys)
Item Number: TY4587
Barcode: 5063389109462

For further information, call KTL customer service on 01395 234600 or email on enquiries@kandytoys.co.uk

We recommend owners stop using this product immediately and keep it out of the reach of children. Follow the below instructions for details on disposal and return of the product.

Disposal instructions:
▪️ Stop using the product immediately.
▪️ If the sand is still in its packaging, place in a heavy-duty plastic bag, double tape it securely, label it clearly and store in a secure location out of the reach of children.
▪️ If the sand has been used, clean up sites where the product was used using wet cloths to avoid generating dust. Wear gloves and a mask. Double bag the sand, gloves, mask and cloths.
▪️ Keep children and other people away from areas where the sand has been used until the area has been cleaned.
▪️ Dispose of the product in your general household waste, or return to store where specified by the retailer, who will provide a full refund.

25/03/2026

⚠️ Are clover leaf-shaped plugs in your home? They may look harmless, but if they don’t contain a fuse, they are a serious fire hazard. 🔥

Clover leaf plugs are small in size, not meeting the legal requirements of a plug to be sold in the UK and are frequently found to be missing a fuse - a potential fire risk.

🏠 Found one in your home? Stop using it immediately and report it to us via 0808 223 1133.

Learn more from Electrical Safety First, about how to stay safe, in the comments ⤵️

24/03/2026

Product Recall for Texet Bright Start Coloured Crafting Sand Packs as the sand included in the sets may be contaminated with a quantity of asbestos. Asbestos is a banned substance because it poses a risk to health even at low levels of exposure.

Texet Bright Start Coloured Crafting Sand Pack of 20
Model: AC-SAND-PK20
Barcode: 5060955510875
Batches: BT3349, BT3560, BT 3740/603
Sales period: April 2024 - February 2026

Texet Bright Start Fluorescent Coloured Craft Sand Pack of 6
Model: AC-SAND-PK6
Barcode: 5060955510899
Batches: BT3349, BT1264
Sales period: April 2024 - February 2026

We recommend owners stop using this product immediately and keep it out of the reach of children. Follow the below instructions for details on disposal and return of the product.

Disposal instructions:
▪️ Stop using the product immediately.
▪️ If the sand is still in its packaging, place in a heavy-duty plastic bag, double tape it securely, label it clearly and store in a secure location out of the reach of children.
▪️ If the sand has been used, clean up sites where the product was used using wet cloths to avoid generating dust. Wear gloves and a mask. Double bag the sand, gloves, mask and cloths.
▪️ Keep children and other people away from areas where the sand has been used until the area has been cleaned.
▪️ Dispose of the product in your general household waste, or return to store where specified by the retailer, who will provide a full refund.

The product has been recalled from end users by Texet Sales Ltd (the importer). For further information, access the Texet website via the link in the comments ⤵️

23/03/2026

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23/03/2026

Product Recall for KTL Kreative Kids! Jumbo Craft Box as the sand included in the set may be contaminated with a quantity of asbestos. Asbestos is a banned substance because it poses a risk to health even at low levels of exposure.

Brand KTL (formerly Kandy Toys)
Item Number: TY9529
Barcode: 5033849045425
Amazon ASIN: B076ZRB3SP
TikTok product ID: 1729402625040354319
eBay product ID: 157461711778

For further information, call KTL customer service on 01395 234600 or email on enquiries@kandytoys.co.uk

We recommend owners stop using this product immediately and keep it out of the reach of children. Follow the below instructions for details on disposal and return of the product.

Disposal instructions:
▪️ Stop using the product immediately.
▪️ If the sand is still in its packaging, place in a heavy-duty plastic bag, double tape it securely, label it clearly and store in a secure location out of the reach of children.
▪️ If the sand has been used, clean up sites where the product was used using wet cloths to avoid generating dust. Wear gloves and a mask. Double bag the sand, gloves, mask and cloths.
▪️ Keep children and other people away from areas where the sand has been used until the area has been cleaned.
▪️ Dispose of the product in your general household waste, or return to store where specified by the retailer, who will provide a full refund.

21/03/2026

⚠️Product Recall: KTL 2pc Balloon Dog Toy (2603-0188)

The product presents a risk to health as the sand included in the set may contain asbestos.

The product has been recalled from customers by KTL (Kandy Toys). Additional distributors may be added to this list, and further instructions provided, as recalls are launched.

Anyone with this product should stop using this product immediately and keep it out of the reach of children. Follow the below instructions for details on disposal and return of the product. ⚠️

For further information, access the KTL website at: https://kandytoys.co.uk/recall-information or call customer service on 01395 234600.

https://www.gov.uk/product-safety-alerts-reports-recalls/product-recall-ktl-2pc-balloon-dog-toy-2603-0188

20/03/2026

⚠️Product Recall: WOODEN QIYI Sand Activity Toy sold via AliBaba (2603-0166)

The product presents a risk to health as the sand included in the set may contain asbestos.

Anyone with this product should stop using it immediately and keep it out of the reach of children.

Follow the recall instructions for details on disposal and return of the product. ⚠️
https://www.gov.uk/product-safety-alerts-reports-recalls/product-recall-wooden-qiyi-sand-activity-toy-sold-via-alibaba-2603-0166

20/03/2026

⚠️ Urgent recall: Squishy dog and pug toys. The sand inside some toys may be contaminated with a small quantity of asbestos.

Asbestos is a banned substance because it poses a health risk even at low levels of exposure.

Affected products:

• Squishy Sausage Dog
SKU: 567415
Product code: 22776
Barcode: 5061010227769

• Squishy Pugs
SKU: 567421
Product code: 22782ENT
Barcode: 5061010227820

These toys were sold between May 2024 and February 2026 by The Entertainer, Tesco and Matalan.
If you have one of these toys, stop using it immediately and keep it out of the reach of children.

20/03/2026

Product Recall for various KTL (formerly Kandy Toys) toys as the sand included in the toys may be contaminated with a quantity of asbestos. Asbestos is a banned substance because it poses a risk to health even at low levels of exposure.

KTL Sensory Science Kit
Item Number: TY1050
Barcode: 5033849928803

KTL 3Pcs Test Tube Science Kit
Item Number: TY2171
Barcode: 5033849986032

KTL Stretchy Dog Toys
Item Number: TY1159
Barcode: 5033849929411

KTL 2.2kg Squishy Hot Colour Gorilla Toy
Item Number: TY3537
Barcode: 5063389048716

KTL 6" Stretchy Monster 6 Assorted Stretchy Toys
Item Number: TY2863
Barcode: 5033849995485

KTL Squishy Stretchy Capybara
Item Number: TY3634
Barcode: 5063389048907

KTL Squeezy Splatter Pig
Item Number: TY3550
Barcode: 5063389048747

KTL Stretchy P**p Toy
Item Number: TY3650
Barcode: 5033849027407

KTL 2pc Balloon Dog Toy
Item Number: TY4313
Barcode: 5063389102319

The product has been recalled from end users by KTL (Kandy Toys). Additional distributors may be added to this list, and further instructions provided, as recalls are launched.

We recommend owners stop using this product immediately and keep it out of the reach of children. Follow the below instructions for details on disposal and return of the product.

For further information, call KTL customer service on 01395 234600 or email on enquiries@kandytoys.co.uk

Disposal instructions:
▪️ Stop using the product immediately.
▪️ If the sand is still in its packaging, place in a heavy-duty plastic bag, double tape it securely, label it clearly and store in a secure location out of the reach of children.
▪️ If the sand has been used, clean up sites where the product was used using wet cloths to avoid generating dust. Wear gloves and a mask. Double bag the sand, gloves, mask and cloths.
▪️ Keep children and other people away from areas where the sand has been used until the area has been cleaned.
▪️ Dispose of the product in your general household waste, or return to store where specified by the retailer, who will provide a full refund.