Hobbycraft recalls Easter Bumper Craft Kit over possible asbestos in sand
The vials of sand in the set may be contaminated with a small quantity of asbestos, which is banned because it poses a risk to health even at low levels of exposure.
What to do
Stop using the product immediately, keep it out of the reach of children, and return it to any Hobbycraft store for a full refund. For more information, call customer service on 0330 026 1400.
Recall details
- Product
- Hobbycraft Easter Bumper Craft Kit
- Company
- Hobbycraft
- Hazard
- The product presents a risk to health as the sand included in the set may be contaminated with a small quantity of asbestos.
- Identifiers
- PSD notification number: 2602-0018
- Brand: Hobbycraft
- Product Code: 6835991000
- Alert date
- February 4, 2026
- Published on GOV.UK
- February 4, 2026
- Listed on Recalled Today
- February 4, 2026
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Official notice
The notice's own wording from OPSS.
Product Recall: Hobbycraft Easter Bumper Craft Kit (2602-0018)
- Measures taken
- Recall from end users; Withdrawal from the market
- Summary
- Product: Hobbycraft Easter Bumper Craft Kit Hazard: The product presents a risk to health as the sand included in the set may be contaminated with a small quantity of asbestos. Corrective action: The product has been withdrawn from the market and recalled from end users by Hobbycraft.
- Product information
- Type: Hobby/sports equipment – Arts/Crafts/Needlework Sand Supplies Brand: Hobbycraft Product Code: 6835991000 Purchase dates: January 2026 Country of Origin: China Product Description: Easter-themed craft kit supplied in plastic box with carry case. Product Report and Image: Link to product image and PDF
- Hazard
- The product presents a risk to health as the vials of sand included in the set 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.
- Corrective action
- The product has been withdrawn from the market and recalled from end users by Hobbycraft. 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. For further information, access the Hobbycraft website at: Easter Bumper Recall or call customer service on 0330 026 1400. Disposal instructions - Stop using the product immediately. - If the sand is still in its packaging, place in a heavy-duty plastic bag, double tape it securely, label it clearly and store in a secure location out of the reach of children. - If the sand has been used, clean up sites where the product was used using wet cloths to avoid generating dust. Wear gloves and a mask. Double bag the sand, gloves, mask and cloths. - Keep children and other people away from areas where the sand has been used until the area has been cleaned. - Return the product to any Hobbycraft store for a full refund. - If you are unable to return the product to a Hobbycraft store, follow the steps above and contact your local authority / access their website for guidance on safe disposal of asbestos in your area. - For further information, please contact the place of purchase, or visit the OPSS page on asbestos in consumer products . Additional information PSD case number: 2602-0018 Lead Authority: Local Authority Trading Standards
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