Urgent Recall of ‘My Living World’ Worm World Kits Due to Asbestos Contamination in Ireland

Parents and schools across Ireland have been warned to immediately stop using the ‘My Living World’ Worm World Kit after tests revealed the presence of tremolite asbestos in some samples. A nationwide recall has been initiated, prompting concerns over potential health risks to children.

Asbestos Found in Children’s Toy

The Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (CCPC) issued the alert on February 25, 2026, stating that the sand included in the ‘My Living World’ Worm World Kit (product code LW102C) may contain tremolite asbestos, a naturally occurring and banned substance within the European Union due to its health hazards. [CCPC Notice]

Retailers and Online Sales Affected

The affected kits have been supplied to numerous schools and sold through a variety of retailers and online platforms. Confirmed retailers include:

• Banba Toymaster, Dublin
• Hopkins Toymaster, Wicklow Town
• Toy Corner, Galway
• Oliver Douglas & Sons, Birr, Co Offaly
• Eamonn Fahey Toymaster, Ballina, Co Mayo
• Kellys Toymaster, Tullamore, Co Offaly

the kit was sold through Amazon to customers in Ireland and may have been available through other online retailers. [Irish Mirror]

Safety Precautions and Disposal Instructions

The CCPC advises consumers who have purchased the ‘My Living World’ Worm World Kit to take the following precautions:

• Stop using the product immediately.
• If the sand is still packaged, place it in a heavy-duty plastic bag, seal it securely, label it clearly, and store it in a secure location out of reach of children.
• Contact your local authority for advice on collection and disposal.
• If the sand has been used, clean affected areas with wet cloths to avoid generating dust, wearing gloves and a protective mask. Double bag the sand, gloves, mask, and cloths, seal securely, label clearly, and store out of reach of children.
• Contact your local authority for disposal advice.
• Keep children and others away from areas where the sand was used until cleaned.

Consumers are also advised to contact the distributor from whom they purchased the kit to request a refund. [Limerick Leader]

Recall Being Managed by SLS Ltd

Scientific Laboratory Supplies Limited (SLS Ltd) is conducting the recall from schools it has supplied in Ireland, in coordination with the CCPC and the Health and Safety Authority (HSA). [Irish Mirror]

Ongoing Monitoring

The CCPC stated it continues to perform with the HSA and other relevant agencies and will update the public if more information becomes available. [CCPC Notice]