Product Safety Report: 10000pcs Multi-Colour Water Absorbent Beads sold via Shein (2512-0122)
Product Safety Report for 10000pcs Multi-Colour Water Absorbent Beads presenting a serious risk of asphyxiation.
Summary
Product: 10000pcs Multi-Colour Water Absorbent Beads
Hazard: The product presents a serious risk of asphyxiation because if swallowed in its hydrated form it can block a young child’s airway.
Corrective action: The listing has been removed by the online marketplace (Shein).
Product information
| 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. |
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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.
Corrective action
The listing has been removed by the online marketplace (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.
Additional information
PSD notification number: 2512-0122
Notified by: Office for Product Safety and Standards