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Stretchy Gorilla Toys sold by Home Bargains — health risk

UK OPSSOther health riskMay 1, 2026
Photo from the official notice: Stretchy Gorilla Toys sold by Home Bargains — health risk

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Hazard

The product presents a risk to health as the sand inside the toy 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 Toys (Safety) Regulations 2011.

Remedy

The product has been withdrawn from the market and recalled by Home Bargains (TJ Morris Ltd). For more information, please access: Stretchy Gorilla – Home Bargains Help Centre 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
  • Withdrawal of product from market

Product description

Stretchy gorilla toys.

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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