Crystal Mud Sponge Water Beads sold via Vicedeal
- Affected
- Water beads sold in clear plastic packets.
- The problem
- The product presents a serious risk of injuries and asphyxiation. If the product is swallowed in its hydrated form, it can block a young child’s airway.
- What to do
- Owners should stop using the product immediately and keep it out of the reach of children. Contact the distributor you purchased from to request redress.
Product information
| Type | Decorative articles/Homeware/Gardenware – Flower/Plant Pots Replacement Parts/Accessories |
|---|---|
| Vicedeal Listing Name | Crystal Mud Sponge Crystal Clay Gas Bubble Water Suction Bead Soil Cultivation Growth |
| SKU | 8799083463308 |
| Country of Origin | Unknown |
| Product Description | Water beads sold in clear plastic packets. |
| Product Report and Image | Link to product image and PDF |
Hazard
The product presents a serious risk of injuries and 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 Toys (Safety) Regulations 2011.
Corrective action
The product is no longer available for sale.
Owners should stop using the product immediately and keep it out of the reach of children. Contact the distributor you purchased from to request redress.
Additional information
PSD notification number: 2508-0085
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 17 March 2026. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.