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Minérobec Mineral Kits
- Starting date:
- January 28, 2013
- Posting date:
- January 28, 2013
- Type of communication:
- Consumer Product Recall
- Subcategory:
- Hobby/Craft Items
- Source of recall:
- Health Canada
- Issue:
- Product Safety
- Audience:
- General Public
- Identification number:
- RA-16943
Affected products
Minérobec Mineral Kits
Product description
This recall involves the following models of mineral kits:
- 3120A
- 3130B
- 5120A
- 5130B
- 6120A
- 6130B
- 6121A
- 6122A
The kits contain 24 or 48 minerals. The minerals are housed in individual plastic compartments. The box has a transparent plastic lid and measures approximately 33 x 31 cm (13 x 12 inches).
The kits are designed to be used as a learning tool. As a result, it is possible that the minerals may be handled by consumers.
Hazard identified
The recalled mineral kits contain chrysotile asbestos. The handling of asbestos mineral, can potentially produce asbestos dust. Diseases linked to asbestos are generally associated with frequent and prolonged exposure.
For more information on the risks and symptoms of asbestos exposure, visit Health Risks of Asbestos.
Number sold
Approximately 252 kits were sold in Canada.
Time period sold
The recalled kits were sold from 2008 to 2013.
Place of origin
Manufactured in Canada
Companies
- Manufacturer
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Minérobec Inc.
Longueuil
J4L 1X2
Quebec
CANADA
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What you should do
Consumers should immediately stop using the mineral kits.
Seal the mineral kit in a plastic bag. Contact your municipality for information on how to dispose of waste containing asbestos.