British shoppers have been called to action following the discovery of a dangerous home accessory sold at Sainsbury's.
The supermarket has issued an urgent recall for Habitat Seed Pod Bowl Filler because it contains toxic seeds.
While the outer pod shells are safe to touch, the seeds inside present a genuine danger if swallowed.
The supermarket stressed that the seeds are "toxic to humans and animals".
In light of the discovery, the retailer has asked customers to take immediate action.
Shoppers should cease use of the product straight away, ensuring they keep it away from both family members and pets.
When possible, they should bag the item and return it to any Sainsbury's store for a full refund.
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The seeds are 'toxic to humans and animals'
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The supermarket emphasised that the seeds should not be thrown in a compost heap, food waste, or garden bins.
The product, sold under SKU number 146383921, was designed as an attractive bowl filler but has turned into a safety concern for households across the UK.
Sainsbury's has apologised for the inconvenience caused to customers and stressed that no other Habitat home products are affected.
Sainsbury's has stressed that no other Habitat home products are affected by the recall
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This fresh safety alert follows recalls from major UK retailers in recent days.
TK Maxx and Homesense have recalled Urban Balcony garden chairs that could suddenly give way and cause injuries.
They have also pulled Beauty Hair Revitalise Steamer Caps from shelves due to faulty electrical parts that could lead to shocks or fires.
Like Sainsbury's, both retailers are offering full refunds for these items at any of their stores.
Product recalls and withdrawals must always be taken seriously to ensure customer safety.
Britons can find the latest food safety alerts on the Food Standards Agency website, while the Office for Product Safety and Standards lists product safety alerts.
Most major retailers also have special sections on their websites dedicated to such notices.
It's worth checking these regularly to stay informed about any products in your home that might need returning.