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Primark recalls two Halloween gonks over asbestos fears

Customers are urged to stop using the decorations and return them for a full refund after officials said the sand may contain asbestos.

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The products present a risk to health as the sand sealed inside the gonks may be contaminated with a small quantity of asbestos, the OPSS said.

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Primark recalls Halloween gonks over fears they could contain asbestos

Shoppers are being urged to stop using two Primark Halloween gonks immediately after a safety alert warned they may contain asbestos-contaminated sand.

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Primark recalls two Halloween gonks over asbestos fears

The products present a risk to health as the sand sealed inside the gonks may be contaminated with a small quantity of asbestos, the OPSS said.

·London, United Kingdom
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The Independent broke the news in London, United Kingdom on Tuesday, October 6, 2026.
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