Consultation on draft Unsafe Goods (Consumer Sand Products) Notice 2026
MBIE is consulting on a draft notice that would require asbestos testing before most consumer toys, decorative, artistic and craft products containing sand can be imported or supplied.
- Closing date
- 25 September 2026
- Added to Civics
- 5 September 2026
- Source category
- Public service
- Last checked
- 5 September 2026
Closes in 2 days
Plain-English summary
MBIE is consulting on a draft notice that would require asbestos testing before most consumer toys, decorative, artistic and craft products containing sand can be imported or supplied.
Read the official consultation material for the detailed proposal, supporting documents and submission method.
Why it matters
Asbestos has been detected in play, hobby and decorative sand products sold in New Zealand.
Suppliers have carried out 23 recalls of sand products containing asbestos, affecting around 46,000 units.
The proposal would restrict supply of products that have not been appropriately tested while allowing supply where there is sufficient evidence they are free from asbestos.
Who may care
- Suppliers of consumer sand products
- Consumers of consumer sand products
- Businesses and industry groups involved with sand-containing toys, decorative, artistic and craft products
How to make a submission
- Read the official consultation material.
- Submit feedback through the official consultation page before the closing date.
Disclaimer
Civics.nz is an independent plain-English guide and is not an official government website. Always check the official source before making a submission.