Authorities test sand products for asbestos following three brand recalls
Thursday 20 November 2025 · 2 outlets · 2 reports · updated In this story Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment, Kmart
The Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment is testing various sand products after quartz-based sand from Education Colours, Creatistics and Anko was found to contain asbestos. Experts advise parents not to panic, noting that asbestos is common in New Zealand building materials.
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