United Kingdom10000pcs Multi-Colour Water Absorbent Beads sold in a clear plastic bag (Shein listing name “10000pcs Multi-Color Water Baby Water Absorbent Beads…”, identifiers PB240828017011 / sh2406158688698523, country of origin China) are affected. They were recalled because they present a serious risk of asphyxiation if swallowed in their hydrated form and can block a young child’s airway. Stop using the product, keep it out of reach of young children, and contact the distributor you purchased from to request redress; Shein has recalled the product from end users.
What's being recalled
Product Recall for 10000pcs Multi-Colour Water Absorbent Beads presenting a serious risk of asphyxiation.
Type: Decorative articles/Homeware/Gardenware – Water Beads
Shein Listing Name: 10000pcs Multi-Color Water Baby Water Absorbent Beads Bubble Large Beads Water Absorbent Larger Elastic Crystal Clear Hydroponic Nutrition Plants And Flowers Potted Special Decoration
Other Product Identifiers: PB240828017011, sh2406158688698523
Country of Origin: China
Product Description: Water beads sold in clear plastic bag.
How to identify it
PSD notification number: 2512-0122
Notified by: Office for Product Safety and Standards
The hazard
The product presents a serious risk of asphyxiation. If the product is swallowed in its hydrated form, it can block a young child’s airway.
OPSS has published a Product Safety Alert for water beads, which can be accessed at: https://www.gov.uk/product-safety-alerts-reports-recalls/product-safety-alert-water-beads-psa7.
The product does not meet the requirements of the General Product Safety Regulations 2005.
What to do
The product has been recalled from end users by Shein.
Owners are advised to stop using the product immediately and keep it out of reach of young children. Contact the distributor you purchased from to request redress.
The official notice
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