Primark Asbestos Recall
Primark recalls Halloween gonk doorstops after sand inside is found to contain asbestos.
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Primark has recalled two Halloween gonk doorstep decorations after the Office for Product Safety and Standards warned that sand sealed inside them may contain a small quantity of asbestos. The affected decorations feature pumpkin and witch hats; customers should stop using them immediately and keep them away from children. If undamaged, place the item in a securely taped, labeled heavy-duty plastic bag and store it safely; if damaged, wear gloves and a mask and use wet cloths to clean up any exposed filling, then double-bag the item and cleaning materials. Customers can return the decorations to a Primark store for a full refund without a receipt, or contact their local authority for safe-disposal advice.
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The affected items can be identified by their model numbers and barcodes: Witch Mini Gonk doorstop, model 991174794, barcode 212047125; Pumpkin Gonk doorstop, model 991179148, barcode 212080261.
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Customers are specifically advised not to put the decorations in ordinary household rubbish; the NationalWorld report says they should follow the safe-storage and disposal guidance instead.
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The Sun reports that the products do not meet the requirements of the General Product Safety Regulations 2005.
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The Sun places the recall in the context of other recent asbestos-related recalls, including more than 35 novelty seasonal doorstops recalled by Dunelm this year.
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