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Asda Recalls Toys Over Asbestos Contamination Concerns

2/17/2026

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Asda, the U.K. retailer, recalls two children's toys, Stretcherz "Stretch Squad" and Slammerz, for potential asbestos.
The toys were sold between January 2024 and February 2026 and contain a sand-like material with trace asbestos.
The risk is low, but Asda recalls as a precaution and asks customers to return for a full refund.
The recall follows concerns after 69 Australian schools closed due to asbestos in play sand, and Asda apologized.

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Story summary

Asda, the U.K. retailer, recalls two children's toys, Stretcherz "Stretch Squad" and Slammerz, for potential asbestos.
The toys were sold between January 2024 and February 2026 and contain a sand-like material with trace asbestos.
The risk is low, but Asda recalls as a precaution and asks customers to return for a full refund.
The recall follows concerns after 69 Australian schools closed due to asbestos in play sand, and Asda apologized.