110,000 Pcs Clear Water Beads sold via Shein
- Affected
- Clear water gel beads in plastic packaging.
- The problem
- The product presents a high risk of asphyxiation. 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 – Ornament Accessories |
|---|---|
| Shein SKU | sh2407125001787408 |
| Other product code | PB2409070290330 |
| Full Shein listing name | ‘110,000 Pcs ClearWater Beads For Vases Gel Water Gel Beads For Vase Filler Plant Floating Beads Pearls Floating Candles Wedding And Home Decoration’ |
| Country of Origin | China |
| Product Description | Clear water gel beads in plastic packaging. |
| Product Report and Image | Link to product image and PDF |
Hazard
The product presents a high 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 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: 2604-0218
Notified by: 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 7 May 2026. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.