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Primark recalls Halloween items over asbestos fears

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First reported on Tuesday 6 October 2026 at 08:45 EDT by Evening Standard·Latest article on Tuesday 6 October 2026 at 09:39 EDT

Summary

Primark has urgently recalled two Halloween gonks because the sand sealed inside them may be contaminated with a small quantity of asbestos, which presents a risk to health, according to the Office for Product Safety and Standards (OPSS). Customers have been advised on what to do.

Latest: Primark issued an urgent recall of two Halloween products over concerns that they may be contaminated with asbestos.

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How it unfolded

  1. Tuesday 6 October

    Primark issued an urgent recall of two Halloween products over concerns that they may be contaminated with asbestos.