Safety warning Serious risk 5 November 2021

Glacier Slime

Yes – there is an official safety warning for this
Photo of Glacier Slime
Photo: official notice
Affected
Blue and white pot of slime bearing the name Glacier Slime
The problem
This product poses a serious chemical risk due to excess soluble boron.
What to do
The product has been withdrawn from sale. If you own one, stop using it and contact the seller.
Source: Office for Product Safety and Standards Official notice ↗

Product information

Type Toys – Slime
Barcode 4545454545
Country of Origin Unknown
Product description Blue and white pot of slime bearing the name Glacier Slime
Product Report and Image Link to Product Image and PDF

Hazard

This product poses a serious chemical risk as when tested the sample contained 931 mg/kg soluble boron which is in excess of the limit of 300 mg/kg.

Ingestion or contact with an excessive quantity of boron may harm the health of children by damaging the reproductive system.

The product does not meet the requirements of the Toys (Safety) Regulations 2011.

Corrective action

The product has been withdrawn from the market.

Additional information

PSD case number: 2110-0182

Notified by: Local Authority Trading Standards

Can I get a refund?

In most cases, yes – recalled items can usually be returned for a full refund, repair or replacement, often without a receipt. Follow the instructions in the notice above, or contact the shop you bought it from. More on your rights after a recall.

Updated 5 November 2021. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.

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