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Galt Nature Craft Kit recalled over harmful chemicals
Product Recall for Galt Nature Craft Kit presenting a risk to health.
Product image from the OPSS safety notice 
Check your product
Only products that match these details are covered. Have your pack in front of you.
2 identifiers listed for this notice.
Galt Nature Craft Kit
- BarcodeThe long number printed under the barcode.
- 5011979623997
- Item or listing codeOn the box, the label, or the order page where you bought it.
- 1005476
- Sold betweenCompare with your receipt or order date.
- 2024 to April 2026
What to do now
The problem with Galt Nature Craft Kit is chemical: it contains something that should not be there at that level.
- Stop using it, and take it off children straight away.
- Wash your hands and any skin that has been in contact with it.
- Contact Galt or the shop you bought it from to arrange the remedy set out in the notice.
- Incidents and injuries can be reported to Trading Standards via the Citizens Advice consumer helpline.
Why it matters. Limits on substances such as lead, cadmium, phthalates and formaldehyde exist because of their effects on health over time. Children are more exposed because they chew and handle products.
If someone has been hurt
Look out for
- skin redness, itching or a rash where it touched
Get help urgently
- if a child has chewed or swallowed part of it and is unwell, contact NHS 111 or your GP
This is general information based on NHS public guidance, not medical advice. In an emergency call 999. For urgent advice use NHS 111 (NHS 24 on 111 in Scotland) or, in Northern Ireland, your GP or out-of-hours service.
Refunds, repairs and replacements
Stop using the product first, then arrange the remedy. A recall applies to every affected unit, however long ago it was bought.
If the business does not respond, the Citizens Advice consumer helpline (0808 223 1133), Advice Direct Scotland (0808 164 6000) or Consumerline (0300 123 6262) can help.
From the official notice
Published by the Office for Product Safety and Standards (2604-0165). Quoted as issued.
Summary
Product Recall for Galt Nature Craft Kit presenting a risk to health.
The risk
The product presents a risk to health as the yellow sand included may be contaminated with a small quantity of asbestos. Asbestos is a banned substance because it poses a risk to health even at low levels of exposure.
The product does not meet the requirements of the Toys (Safety) Regulations 2011.
Action taken
The product has been withdrawn from the market and recalled from end users by James Galt and Company Limited.
Advice to consumers
The product has been recalled from end users by James Galt and Company Limited.
We recommend owners stop using this product immediately and keep it out of the reach of children. Follow the below instructions for details on disposal and return of the product.
Disposal instructions
Stop using the product immediately.
If the sand is still in its packaging, place in a heavy-duty plastic bag, double tape it securely, label it clearly and store in a secure location out of the reach of children.
If the sand has been used, clean up sites where the product was used using wet cloths to avoid generating dust. Wear gloves and a mask. Double bag the sand, gloves, mask and cloths.
Keep children and other people away from areas where the sand has been used until the area has been cleaned.
Return the product to the place of purchase for a full refund.
If you are unable to return the product to your place of purchase, follow the steps above and contact your local authority / access their website for guidance on safe disposal of asbestos in your area.
For further information, please contact the place of purchase, or visit the OPSS page on asbestos in consumer products .
Additional information
PSD case number: 2604-0165
Product description
Nature Craft kit packaged in a green cardboard box with various crafting components including 25g yellow sand, wooden pieces, foam pieces, paints, paintbrush, string and white glue. The product was sold by retailers including John Lewis, Hobbycraft, Toy Master and Garden Centres.
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Questions
Why has Galt Nature Craft Kit been recalled?
The problem with Galt Nature Craft Kit is chemical: it contains something that should not be there at that level. Limits on substances such as lead, cadmium, phthalates and formaldehyde exist because of their effects on health over time. Children are more exposed because they chew and handle products.
How do I know if my product is affected?
Compare the barcode, item or listing code and sold between on your product with the details listed under “Check your product” on this page. Only items that match are covered by the notice.
What should I do now?
Stop using it, and take it off children straight away. Wash your hands and any skin that has been in contact with it.
Can I get a refund or a repair?
Stop using the product first, then arrange the remedy. A recall applies to every affected unit, however long ago it was bought. If the business does not respond, the Citizens Advice consumer helpline (0808 223 1133), Advice Direct Scotland (0808 164 6000) or Consumerline (0300 123 6262) can help.
Where was Galt Nature Craft Kit sold?
The notice names John Lewis, Hobbycraft. Products bought elsewhere are covered too if they match the details listed.
