DOMESTAR Vase Fillers sold via Desertcart
- Affected
- 15,000 water beads of various colours (purple, blue, orange, yellow, pink) in a clear, plastic vacuum sealed bag. Packaging includes a card stating ‘Domestar’ on it.
- The problem
- 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.
- What to do
- Owners are advised to 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 |
|---|---|
| Desertcart Listing Name | DOMESTAR 15000PCS Colorful Vase Fillers |
| Desertcart Product ID | 629743242 |
| Country of Origin | United States |
| Product Description | 15,000 water beads of various colours (purple, blue, orange, yellow, pink) in a clear, plastic vacuum sealed bag. Packaging includes a card stating ‘Domestar’ on it. |
| Product Report and Image | Link to Product Image and PDF |
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
The listing has been removed by the online marketplace (Desertcart).
Owners are advised to 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: 2512-0238
Notified by: Local Authority Trading 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 February 2026. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.