Ebay seller sent item with asbestos in it

[loadsmorebargains]

I bought a theatrical lamp from an eBay seller, it has arrived with a power cable fitted that has white asbestos in it.

I can't return it, because that would entail it being posted, which would be against most if not all courier and postal service policies on prohibited items, and I suspect illegal too.

What do I do from here?

[rusticrye]

Some types of asbestos can be sent through the post - it isn't all dangerous. Check out Royal Mail's website for full information.

You shouldn't use a vintage lamp with its original cabling anyway. I suggest you contact an electrician to get it rewired.

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