Urgent Recall of Planet Fun Toys Due to Asbestos Contamination
Planet Fun toy recall: Asbestos found in toys sold at Farmers, The Warehouse, Toyworld, Paper Plus
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Planet Fun has issued an urgent recall for children's toys sold at major retailers in New Zealand after asbestos was found in some products. The recall affects Funkee Animals and Secret Menu Stretchee Foodz, with exposure risk only if the toys are damaged.
- 01Asbestos detected in toys sold at Farmers, The Warehouse, Toyworld, and Paper Plus.
- 02Products affected include Funkee Animals and Secret Menu Stretchee Foodz.
- 03Asbestos types identified are chrysotile and tremolite.
- 04Exposure risk is limited to damaged products, according to Product Safety New Zealand.
- 05The recall is part of a safety initiative to protect children from potential health risks.
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An urgent recall has been announced for several children's toys by Planet Fun after tests revealed the presence of asbestos. The recall affects products sold at major retailers in New Zealand, including Farmers, The Warehouse, Toyworld, and Paper Plus. Specifically, asbestos was detected in samples of Funkee Animals and Secret Menu Stretchee Foodz. Product Safety New Zealand indicated that the asbestos was found only in the interior of the toys, meaning exposure would only occur if the toys are torn. This recall is a precautionary measure to ensure the safety of children who may have these toys.
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Parents and guardians are advised to check for the recalled toys to prevent potential exposure to asbestos.
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