Product Safety Report: Chimoo Water Beads 50000pcs sold via Amazon (2604-0196)
Product Safety Report for Chimoo Water Beads 50000pcs presenting a high risk of asphyxiation.
Summary
Product: Chimoo Water Beads 50000pcs
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: Warning consumers of the risks. The listing has been removed by the online marketplace (Amazon).
Product information
| Type | Decorative articles/Homeware/Garden ware - Ornament Accessories |
|---|---|
| Amazon ASIN | B081SVVLFX |
| Country of Origin | Unknown |
| Product Description | 5000 water beads in a plastic container with a white lid and multi-coloured “water beans” label. |
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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
Warning consumers of the risks. Owners should stop using this product immediately, keep it out of reach out children, and contact the distributor for redress. The listing has been removed by the online marketplace (Amazon).
Additional information
PSD notification number: 2604-0196
Notified by: Local Authority Trading Standards