Coloured sand products test positive for asbestos contamination as more products recalled

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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 positive
for 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.