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Product Recall: KTL 2.2kg Squishy Hot Colour Gorilla Toy sold via Debenhams, Howley's Toys, and OnBuy (2603-0183)

Product Recall for KTL 2.2kg Squishy Hot Colour Gorilla Toy presenting a risk to health.

From:
Office for Product Safety and Standards
Published:
18 March 2026
Last updated:
9 July 2026 — See all updates
Alert type:
Product recall
Risk level:
Not provided
Product category:
Toys
Measure type:
Recall of the product from end users, Removal of the listing by the online marketplace and Withdrawal of the product from the market
Recall/alert date:
18 March 2026

Summary

Product: KTL 2.2kg Squishy Hot Colour Gorilla Toy sold sold via Debenhams, Howley’s Toys, and OnBuy

Hazard: The product presents a risk to health as the sand-like material inside the toy may be contaminated with a quantity of asbestos.

Corrective action: The product has been recalled from end users by KTL (Kandy Toys) and withdrawn from the market by Howley’s Toys.

Product information

Type Toys - Action Figures (Non Powered)
Brand KTL (formerly Kandy Toys)
KTL Item Number TY3537
KTL Barcode 5063389048716
Howley’s Toys SKU RMR05-2410
Howley’s Toys Barcode 5015934899403
Debenham’s SKU M5015934899403
OnBuy Item Number p-401766627-853879379
Country of Origin Unknown
Product Description Stretchy gorilla toys filled with sand-like material.
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Hazard

The product presents a risk to health as the sand-like material inside the toy 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.

Corrective action

The product has been recalled from end users by KTL (Kandy Toys) and withdrawn from the market by Howley’s Toys. The listings have been removed by Debenhams and OnBuy.

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.

For further information, access the KTL website at:  or call customer service on 01395 234600.

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 store where specified by the retailer for a full refund.
  • If you are unable to return the product to the retailer, 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 retailer or visit the GOV.uk page on asbestos in consumer products.

Additional information

PSD case number: 2603-0183

Lead Authority: Local Authority Trading Standards

Updates to this page

Published 18 March 2026
Last updated 9 July 2026 Show all updates

  1. Addition of OnBuy, Debenhams and Howley's Toys.

  2. First published.

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