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Civil Society Presses Philippine FDA to Assure Consumers that Play and Craft Sand Products Sold Locally are Asbestos-Free

Over 50 health and environmental rights advocates push for testing, certification, and labeling of asbestos-free sand toys. 9 March 2026, Quezon City.  In anticipation of World Consumer Rights Day (WCRD) on March 15, themed “Safe Products, Confident Consumers,” over 50 health and…

EcoWaste Coalition Urges FDA to Test Play Sand Products for Asbestos following Recalls in Australia and New Zealand

18 November 2025, Quezon City, Philippines. The toxics watchdog group EcoWaste Coalition urged the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to analyze colored sand play products being sold in the market after the regulatory authorities in Australia and New Zealand announced recalls…