200Pcs Jumbo Water Beads sold via Shein
- Affected
- Multicoloured jumbo water gel beads in plastic packaging.
- The problem
- 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.
- 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 |
|---|---|
| Shein SKU | sh2405105001491158 |
| Other product code | PB2408210184541 |
| Full Shein listing name | 200Pcs Jumbo Water BeadsNon Toxic Giant Water Gel Beads For Home Decoration, Wedding Centerpieces, Plant Decoration, Vase Filler, Foot Spa |
| Country of Origin | China |
| Product Description | Multicoloured jumbo water gel beads in plastic packaging. |
| Product Report and Image | Link to product image and PDF |
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 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: 2604-0216
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.