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Product Safety Information Notice on ORB Funkee Sand Toys

The Entertainer is recalling ORB Funkee Sand Toys sold in Tesco due to the risk of asbestos in the sand, which is a banned substance in the EU. The affected products include ORB Funkee Small Dogs and ORB Funkee Small Assortment.

Product Safety Information Notice on ORB Funkee Sand Toys
Brand
ORB
Product
Funkee Sand Toys
Batch codes
42228, 42503, 17459, 41929
Retailer
Tesco
What to do
Stop using the product immediately, place it in a heavy-duty plastic bag, seal it securely, label it clearly, and store it out of reach of children. Contact your local authority for advice on collection and disposal. Prior to disposal, contact Tesco to request a refund.
Product Safety Information Notice on ORB Funkee Sand ToysProduct Safety Information Notice on ORB Funkee Sand Toys
Notice details
  • Publication date:26 March 2026

The Entertainer is carrying out a recall of ORB Funkee Sand Toys sold in Tesco.

ProductProduct imageModel number
ORB Funkee Small DogsMulti-coloured toys in the form of dogs filled with sand42228
ORB Funkee Small Assortment (Funkee Animalz Axolotl / Funkee Monkeez)Multicoloured squishy animal toys filled with sand
42503
17459
41929

The products present a risk to health as the sand inside the product may contain asbestos. Asbestos is a banned substance across the EU because it poses a risk to health. HSE Public Health advice is that there is low risk to human health from these sand products based on current information.

The CCPC continues to engage with the Health Service Executive (HSE), the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the Health and Safety Authority (HSA), as required. Further updates will be provided as soon as additional information becomes available.

The product was sold between July 2025 and February 2026 in Tesco stores. Please see the example below on how to locate your product’s model number:

Example of model number location on the product

What to do:

In line with the position in the UK, the CCPC is advising consumers who have the product in their home to do the following:

  • Stop using the product immediately.
  • Place the product 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 product is punctured and the sand inside is accessible, clean sites where the product was used using wet cloths to avoid generating dust. Wear gloves and a protective FFP2 face mask or equivalent. Double bag the sand, gloves, mask and cloths. 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. 
  • Prior to disposal contact Tesco to request a refund. No receipt is required.

For more information, please contact The Entertainer’s Customer Service Team by email at Product.Recall@theentertainer.com or phone on +44 808 501 3005 (free-phone) Monday to Friday 8am-7pm and Saturday 8am-5pm.

Alternatively, you can also contact Tesco Customer Services on 1800 248 123.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Funkee Sand Toys being recalled in Ireland?

Yes. The Entertainer is recalling ORB Funkee Sand Toys sold in Tesco due to the risk of asbestos in the sand, which is a banned substance in the EU. The affected products include ORB Funkee Small Dogs and ORB Funkee Small Assortment.

Why is Funkee Sand Toys being recalled?

The recall relates to a injury hazard. The Entertainer is recalling ORB Funkee Sand Toys sold in Tesco due to the risk of asbestos in the sand, which is a banned substance in the EU. The affected products include ORB Funkee Small Dogs and ORB Funkee Small Assortment.

What should I do if I have this product?

Stop using the product immediately, place it in a heavy-duty plastic bag, seal it securely, label it clearly, and store it out of reach of children. Contact your local authority for advice on collection and disposal. Prior to disposal, contact Tesco to request a refund.

Which batches of Funkee Sand Toys are affected?

The affected batch codes are: 42228, 42503, 17459, 41929.

Where was Funkee Sand Toys sold?

It was sold via Tesco.

Source: Competition & Consumer Protection Commission, published 9 October 2025 · Last checked 10 July 2026
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