Overview
- Authorities have published an official consumer warning for the Free & Easy 5‑piece modelling clay after tests showed excess levels of the preservatives methylisothiazolinone (MI) and methylchloroisothiazolinone (MCI).
- The advisory applies only to batch number 503037 of the product, identified by Action article number 3202336 and EANs 8720573841573 and 8720573952385.
- The sets were sold at Action stores between 4 November 2025 and 6 May 2026 and may cause allergic contact dermatitis or painful skin inflammation in people sensitive to MI and MCI, with children especially at risk from prolonged skin contact.
- Consumers are told to stop using the affected product and return it to any Action store for a full refund without needing a receipt.
- The warning was posted on the federal consumer‑protection portal used for recalls and safety alerts and advises anyone with skin reactions after contact to seek medical advice.