Australian and NZ safety assurances about asbestos in play sand were based on supplier's own assessment

Australian and New Zealand authorities provided safety assurances about asbestos-contaminated play sand based solely on an unverified assessment from the supplier, rather than independent testing. Following recalls of Educational Colours sand products in November 2025 and over 20 additional recalls across different brands, the ACCC has updated recall notices to indicate the products 'may cause risk to health,' contradicting earlier claims.