Why are these products being recalled?
We have historically utilised the industry-standard PLM (Polarised Light Microscopy) test, which detects asbestos content down to a threshold of 0.1%, and under this method, our sand products have consistently met the required standards.
However, following recent analysis using the more advanced SEM (Scanning Electron Microscopy) test, which is capable of detecting asbestos at a threshold of 0%, it has been identified that our sand products contain the presence of asbestos fibres.
As asbestos is a prohibited substance, these products are therefore non-compliant with current UK and EU safety regulations.
