Product Recall: Large Water Beads in 13 Colours (3,000pcs) sold via Shein (2603-0269)

Product Recall for Large Water Beads presenting a high risk of asphyxiation.

Summary

Product: Large Water Beads in 13 Colours (3,000pcs) sold via Shein

Hazard: The product presents a high risk of asphyxiation because, if the product is swallowed in its hydrated form, it can block a young child’s airway.

Corrective action: The product has been recalled from end users by Shein.

Product information

Type Decorative articles/Homeware/Gardenware - Flower/Plant Pots Replacement Parts/Accessories
Shein Listing Name 3000 Large Beads (12mm After Foaming), 13 Colors To Choose From, Soilless Cultivation, Water Cluster Decoration, Daily Home Greening, DIY Jewelry
Model Number DIY25
Barcode 2408110194016
SKU sh2401069863001605
Shein ID 28891064
Country of Origin China
Product Description Multi-coloured water beads in clear plastic packaging.
Product Report and Image Link to product image and PDF

Hazard

The product presents a high risk of asphyxiation because 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.

Corrective action

The product has been recalled from end users by Shein.

Owners should stop using this product immediately, keep it out of reach out children, and contact the distributor for redress.

Additional information

PSD notification number: 2603-0269

Notified by: Office for Product Safety and Standards

Updates to this page

Published 7 April 2026