Contaminated children’s play sand sold in Australia can release toxic airborne asbestos, research finds
New research from the Auckland University of Technology confirms that children's play sand sold in Australia contains asbestos that can become airborne. The study challenges previous claims that these products were low-risk, prompting concerns over child safety.
Why it matters
The presence of toxic materials in common children's toys poses a significant public health risk and highlights failures in consumer product safety regulation.
Educational Colours sand products are among those recalled over concerns that they may contain asbestos. Photograph: ACCC Educational Colours sand products are among those recalled over concerns that they may contain asbestos. Photograph: ACCC Consumer affairs Contaminated children’s play sand sold in Australia can release toxic airborne asbestos, research finds Exclusive New study contradicts statements that play products removed from shelves because of asbestos concerns were ‘low risk’
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