Slime Smoothies Borax packet recalled due to chemical hazard
Summary
Immediately stop using the recalled product and dispose of it according to municipal hazardous waste guidelines.
Affected products
Issue
Boric acid can be toxic to children if licked or swallowed. Children are more sensitive to boric acid toxicity than adults. High levels of boric acid ingestion may have long-term effects on a child's development and their future reproductive health.
As of October 16, 2023, the company has received no reports of incidents or injuries in Canada.
What you should do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled Borax powder and dispose of it according to municipal hazardous waste guidelines.
For more information, consumers can contact Slime Smoothies by email at slimesmoothie.by.rahma@gmail.com or visit the company website.
Please note that the Canada Consumer Product Safety Act prohibits recalled products from being redistributed, sold or even given away in Canada.
Health Canada would like to remind consumers to report any health or safety incidents related to the use of this product or any other consumer product or cosmetic by filling out the Consumer Product Incident Report Form.
This recall is also posted on the OECD Global Portal on Product Recalls website. You can visit this site for more information on other international consumer product recalls.
Additional information
Background
Number Sold
The company reported that 375 units of the affected products were sold in Canada.
Time Period Sold
The affected products were sold from May 2023 to October 2023.
Place of Origin
Manufactured in Canada
Details
Manufacturer / Retailer
Slime Smoothies
Regina, Saskatchewan
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