Tesco has launched a product recall for one of its children's craft kits after discovering it may contain traces of asbestos. The announcement came on Tuesday, February 24, with toy maker Addo Play Ltd and Tesco pulling the item from shop floors.

Shoppers have been warned to cease using the product straight away. Every batch of the Out To Impress product is being withdrawn, with customers advised to verify the item against the correct specifications.

Purchasers will also qualify for a complete refund from Tesco, regardless of whether they have their receipt. The recall statement clarified that no other Addo Play Ltd items stocked by Tesco are impacted at this stage, reports the Express.

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The Out To Impress kit features sand which could have trace quantities of asbestos. In the supermarket's recall announcement, it stated: "The overall health risk is considered low, but because asbestos shouldn't be present in any amount, Addo Play Ltd are issuing a recall notice for this product."

Product batches affected this recall include:

• Out To Impress Sand Art Kit
• Item code: 318-19149-B

Shoppers who have bought the craft kit are being instructed to discontinue use without delay. Tesco has provided disposal guidance for consumers to adhere to.

These include:

• Check the item code 318-19149-B on the product label or packaging close to the barcode.
• If it is the product detailed above, stop using it immediately.
• If the sand is still in its packaging, place it in a heavy duty plastic bag and double tape it securely.
• If the sand has been used, clean up the sites where the product was used with wet cloths to avoid generating dust. Wear gloves and a mask. Double bag the sand in a heavy duty plastic bag, double tape it securely, along with the gloves, mask and cloths.
• Keep people away from areas where the sand has been used until the area has been cleaned.
• Dispose of the product in your general household waste.
• Return the outer product packaging to any Tesco store for a full refund. No receipt is required. Use our store locator to find your nearest Tesco UK or Tesco Ireland store.

For additional details, customers should reach out to the Addo Play Ltd Customer Service Team via email at ProductRecall@theentertainer. com or telephone on +44 116 464 9374.

Alternatively, customers based in Ireland can reach Tesco Customer Services by calling 1800 248 123. Those in the UK can find a variety of contact options by visiting Tesco's dedicated contact page directly.

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