Smyths Toys assured parents that the overall risk is low, however the manufacturer is recalling the affected items as a precaution. Smyths Toys has said trace levels of asbestos have been detected in a range of dig toys made with blocks of sand containing gem stones, pirates’ treasure and dinosaur eggs that it has been selling. The toys come as blocks of sand and include excavation tools that children can use to dig out the toys buried in the boxes. “Testing has shown that the material inside some products may contain trace levels of asbestos,” the recall notice said. They are the Dino Dig Sensory Bin; a Gold Dig It Kit; a 10 piece Dig It Out Dinosaur Eggs kit, a Dig It Up Pirates Treasure Set; a Gem Dig Kit 8 Pack; a Pocket Play Gold Treasure Chest Dig It kit and a Gem Dig Kit 12 Gem Pack.

Source: The Irish Times March 24, 2026 20:56 UTC