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Multi-Colour Ultra-Fine Quartz Sand sold via Shein — health risk

UK OPSSOther health riskSold on SheinFeb 25, 2026
Photo from the official notice: Multi-Colour Ultra-Fine Quartz Sand sold via Shein — health risk
Photo from the official notice: Multi-Colour Ultra-Fine Quartz Sand sold via Shein — health risk
Photo from the official notice: Multi-Colour Ultra-Fine Quartz Sand sold via Shein — health risk
Photo from the official notice: Multi-Colour Ultra-Fine Quartz Sand sold via Shein — health risk

Photos from the official notice: UK Office for Product Safety and Standards (GOV.UK) · image rights

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.

Remedy

The product has been recalled from end users by Shein. 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.

Product recall

Measures taken

  • Recall of product from end users
  • Removal of listing by online marketplace

Product description

Sand for play, texture painting, vase-filling, room decor and art. Product is available in clear bags and in shades yellow, brown, orange and green.

What should I do?

If you own this product, stop using it and follow the corrective action above: contact the retailer or supplier for a repair, replacement or refund. This notice was published by the UK Office for Product Safety and Standards.

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