100pcs Jumbo Water Gel Jelly Beads for Vase, Round Gel Beads, 9-11mm sold via Shein
- Affected
- 100pcs pack of water beads for use in vase, supplied in plastic packaging.
- The problem
- The product presents a serious risk of asphyxiation because if the product is swallowed in its hydrated form, it can block a young child’s airway.
- What to do
- We recommend that consumers stop using the product immediately and keep it out of reach of children. Affected users have been contacted directly by the marketplace.
Product information
| Type | Decorative articles/Homeware/Gardenware – Flower/Plant Pots Replacement Parts/Accessories |
|---|---|
| Barcode | 2409230249105 |
| Shein SKU | sh2407026365253965 |
| Listing Name | 100pcs Jumbo Water Gel Jelly Beads for Vase, Round Gel Beads, 9-11mm |
| Country of Origin | China |
| Product Description | 100pcs pack of water beads for use in vase, supplied in plastic packaging. |
| Product Report and Image | Link to product image and PDF |
Hazard
The product presents a serious 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.
We recommend that consumers stop using the product immediately and keep it out of reach of children. Affected users have been contacted directly by the marketplace.
The listing has been removed by the online marketplace (Shein).
Additional information
PSD notification number: 2605-0006
Notifying Authority: Office for Product Safety and Standards
Can I get a refund?
In most cases, yes – recalled items can usually be returned for a full refund, repair or replacement, often without a receipt. Follow the instructions in the notice above, or contact the shop you bought it from. More on your rights after a recall.
Updated 3 June 2026. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.