Monday 4 May 2026
The Consumer Protection Authority has issued a consumer awareness warning regarding the circulation of a children’s colored candle toy belonging to the Odoo brand, due to the presence of substances that may pose a risk to the health and safety of children.
The Authority explained that the warning concerns the product Odoo Creative Candles – Edition Four, model number (B-19180-318), manufactured in China. Test results indicated the possible presence of trace amounts of asbestos, a substance known for its harmful health effects upon exposure.
As part of the measures taken, the Authority confirmed that it followed up on the warning through the relevant official channels and conducted field search and inspection operations by enforcement officers. However, no authorized local distributor for the product was found within the Sultanate of Oman, which suggests that the product may have entered local markets through unofficial channels, such as online shopping or importation from neighboring countries.
Accordingly, the Authority urged consumers to immediately stop using the product covered by the warning and prevent children from handling it. It also stressed the importance of verifying the safety and source of children’s toys before purchase, and following the instructions and warnings issued by the competent authorities.
The Authority reaffirmed the continuation of its efforts to monitor unsafe products, follow up on related warnings, and take the necessary actions, in addition to intensifying awareness and inspection campaigns, thereby contributing to consumer protection and enhancing the safety of products circulated in the market.