United KingdomCrystal Mud Sponge Water Beads sold via Vicedeal (listing: “Crystal Mud Sponge Crystal Clay Gas Bubble Water Suction Bead Soil Cultivation Growth”, SKU 8799083463308) — water beads sold in clear plastic packets — are affected. The beads present a serious risk of injuries and asphyxiation because, if swallowed in their hydrated form, they can block a young child’s airway and the product does not meet the Toys (Safety) Regulations 2011. The product is no longer for sale; stop using it, keep it out of the reach of children, and contact the distributor you purchased from to request redress.
What's being recalled
Product Safety Report for Crystal Mud Sponge Water Beads presenting a serious risk of injuries and asphyxiation.
Type: Decorative articles/Homeware/Gardenware - Flower/Plant Pots Replacement Parts/Accessories
Vicedeal Listing Name: Crystal Mud Sponge Crystal Clay Gas Bubble Water Suction Bead Soil Cultivation Growth
SKU: 8799083463308
Country of Origin: Unknown
Product Description: Water beads sold in clear plastic packets.
How to identify it
PSD notification number: 2508-0085
Notified by: Office for Product Safety and Standards
The hazard
The product presents a serious risk of injuries and 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 Toys (Safety) Regulations 2011.
What to do
The product is no longer available for sale.
Owners should stop using the product immediately and keep it out of the reach of children. Contact the distributor you purchased from to request redress.
The official notice
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