This week, a significant number of product recall notices have been issued for popular items sold across the UK. Customers are urged to stop using the affected products immediately due to potential health and safety risks.
Dunelm Doorstops Recall
Dunelm has recalled 27 doorstop products sold between January 2019 and February 2026. The sand inside the doorstops may be contaminated with asbestos, a banned substance that poses serious health risks even at low exposure levels. Affected items include:
- Albert Dog Doorstop (5054077316156)
- Churchgate Swithland Doorstop (5056851419299)
- Cockapoo Doorstop (5063003483060)
- Cow Doorstop (5063003880548)
- Darcy Duck Doorstop (5056851464251)
- Elements Cord Ball Doorstop - Navy (5063003483077)
- Elements Cord Ball Doorstop - Ochre (5063003483305)
- Floral Jacquard Doorstop - Black (5063003483053)
- Floral Jacquard Doorstop - Natural (5063003483022)
- Fox Doorstop (5054077316187)
- Frog Doorstop (5063003880296)
- Geo Doorstop - Black (5063003483268)
- Geo Doorstop - Natural (5063003483084)
- Gilly the Giraffe Doorstop (5056851419404)
- Giraffe Doorstop (5057722706111)
- Hamish the Highland Cow Doorstop (5057722706128)
- Hare Doorstop (5063003483213)
- Hedgehog Doorstop (5063003483091)
- Honeycomb Doorstop (5063003483046)
- House Doorstop (5063003880180)
- Lenny the Labrador Doorstop (5056851417301)
- Llama Doorstop (5057722038144)
- Mushroom Doorstop (5063003880197)
- Owl Doorstop (5063003880555)
- Pear Shaped Doorstop (5063003894712)
- Pearl the Pig Doorstop (5056851419367)
- Pom Pom Doorstop - Grey (5057722932497)
Customers are advised to stop using the doorstops and dispose of them in a heavy-duty plastic bag. If the product is damaged, collect the sand using wet cloths to avoid dust. Wear gloves and a mask, double-bag the sand and product, and seal securely. Return to Dunelm for a full refund.
Children's Craft Kits Recall
Hunter Price's Crayola-Branded Touchy Feely Craft Box (model 35052, barcode 5061047350522) and Discovery Craft Box (model 35501, barcode 5061047355015) have been recalled due to potential asbestos contamination in the sand included in the kits. These products were sold at retailers including Asda, Bargainmax, Sainsbury's, The Works, and others. The OPSS recommends stopping use immediately, keeping them away from children, double-bagging the items, and contacting the retailer for refund instructions.
Thermos Travel Mugs Recall
Over 8 million Thermos-branded travel mugs have been recalled in the US after reports of serious injuries, including burns and blindness. The affected products are Stainless King food jars (SK3000 and SK3020) and Sportsman food and beverage bottles (SK3010). The lid stopper can violently eject due to pressure buildup when opened. Approximately 5.8 million food jars and 2.3 million bottles are affected.
Customers are urged to stop using the mugs and contact Thermos for a free replacement lid. For more information, visit the official recall page.
