2026.08.12 Recall: Texet Bright Start Coloured Crafting Sand Pack of 20

12 August 2026

The following notice has been issued by the Office for Product Safety and Standards.

Product
Texet Bright Start Coloured Crafting Sand Pack of 20

Type   
Hobby / sports equipment - Arts / Crafts / Needlework Sand Supplies

Brand
Texet

Model              
AC-SAND-PK20

Barcode          
5060955510875

Batches            
BT3349, BT3560, BT 3740/603

Country of origin      
China

Product description             
Coloured craft sand available in standard, fluorescent and pastel colours. Product sold April 2024 – February 2026.

Hazard
The product presents a risk to health as the sand may be contaminated with a small quantity of asbestos. Asbestos is a banned substance because it poses a risk to health even at low levels of exposure.

The product does not meet the requirements of the General Product Safety Regulations 2005.

Corrective action
The product has been recalled from end users by Texet Sales Ltd (the importer) and YPO Limited and Mossy Office Supplies (distributors). For further information, please contact Texet or the distributor you purchased from: Texet Recall Page

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.
• Return the product to store where specified by the retailer for a full refund.
• If you are unable to return the product to the retailer, follow the steps above and contact your local authority / access their website for guidance on safe disposal of asbestos in your area.
• For further information, please contact the retailer or visit the GOV UK page on asbestos in consumer products: https://www.gov.uk/guidance/asbestos-in-consumer-products

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