Blackpool Zoo issues urgent product recall on Squishy Stretchy Capybara toy over possible asbestos concerns
Staff at Blackpool Zoo have issued the urgent product recall on the Cabybara toy due to abestosis fears.
Blackpool Zoo staff have issued an urgent product recall to anyone who bought on of the Squishy Stretchy Capybara toys.
KTL are recalling Squishy Stretchy Capybara, bought in Blackpool Zoo's retail shops. This is due to testing of the product having identified that the sand-like material contained inside some products may contain trace amounts of asbestos.
What you should do:
If you have purchased the product shown, STOP USING IMMEDIATELY and follow the below instructions.
Disposal instructions:
If the toy is undamaged, place it in a heavy-duty plastic bag and double-tape it securely.
If the toy is damaged and the sand inside is accessible, gather the sand using wet cloths to avoid generating dust. Wear gloves and a mask. Double-bag the sand and toy in a heavy-duty plastic bag; double-tape it securely, along with the gloves, mask and cloths.
Keep children and other people away from areas where the sand has been exposed until the area has been cleaned.
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Refunds
Return the sealed product and sand to Blackpool Zoo for a full refund. If you are unable to return your product to this store, please follow the instructions above and dispose of it in your general household waste.
Contact details: For more information, please visit www.kandytoys.co.uk/recall-information. Or contact [email protected] or call 01395 234600.
Alternatively contact Blackpool Zoo Customer Service Department: [email protected].