Potentially contaminated coloured kinetic sand

Asbestos has been detected in some imported (kinetic) coloured sand used for children’s play and craft. Regulators and health agencies are acting to ensure safety. 

Disposal advice

The ACCC refers to the following safe disposal advice for consumers with affected products from the Asbestos and Silica Safety and Eradication Agency.

  • Stop using any identified sand products immediately
  • Clean up sites where the product was used using wet cloths to avoid generating dust. Wear gloves, mask, disposable coveralls. Double bag the sand, gloves, mask, coveralls and cloths. Store in a secure location
  • Keep children and other people away from areas where the sand has been used until the area has been cleaned
  • Do not dispose of the sand in your household bin. You should dispose of it at an authorised disposal facility and adhere to the disposal guidelines. Refer to the disposal information below
  • If you are uncertain or need further advice on how to manage and dispose the sand product, please contact an asbestos professional

How to dispose of kinetic sand

Kinetic coloured sand can be disposed of in the Mount Alexander Shire free of charge.

Where: Castlemaine Transfer Station
Cost: Free
How to prepare sand for drop-off: If sand is still in its packaging, place in a heavy-duty plastic bag, double tape it securely and store in a secure location. If sand is out of it's packaging refer to our Asbestos page for disposal guidelines.
Make a booking:  To drop off material make a booking by calling 03 5471 1700.
Transaction details and customer information will be recorded.
For more information: Email waste@mountalexander.vic.gov.au or call 03 5471 1700.

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