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Recall: Kmart’s Anko Gel Paks

Recall
The product has a date marking: All use-by dates up to and including 25/08/2026. (Source: Bigstock)

Kmart Australia’s Anko Small Gel Pak and Anko Large Gel Pak are being recalled as the gel packs may contain ethylene glycol, a toxic substance.

The gel pack, for cooling chilled food or for topical applications of minor injuries, with Identification numbers 42010777 – Anko Small Gel Pak and 42010784 – Anko Large Gel Pak.

Affected products have date markings of:

Small pack: 18 March 2014 to 10 December 2025.

Large pack: 11 February 2014 to 10 December 2025.

Consumers who purchased these gel packs are advised to stop using the product immediately, keep it out of reach of children, and obtain a full refund by returning the product to a Kmart store. 

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