Safety warning Serious risk 6 August 2024

Large Aqua Soil Crystal Jumbo Water Beads sold via eBay

Yes – there is an official safety warning for this
Photo of Large Aqua Soil Crystal Jumbo Water Beads sold via eBay
Photo: official notice
Affected
Jumbo colourful water beads
The problem
The product presents a serious risk of injuries if the dehydrated bead is swallowed by a young child as the bead may expand inside the digestive tract causing a blockage.
What to do
Consumers should keep this product out of the reach of young children and contact the distributor they purchased from for redress.
Source: Office for Product Safety and Standards Official notice ↗

Product information

Type Toys – Water beads
Brand Prishasworld
eBay ID 264308676359
Listing name 100 Orbeez Jumbo Water Expanding Beads Large Multipurpose Magic Beads UK Seller
Country of Origin China
Product Description Jumbo colourful water beads
Product Report and Image Link to product image and PDF

Hazard

The product presents a serious risk of injuries if the dehydrated bead is swallowed by a young child as the bead may expand inside the digestive tract causing a blockage.

The product does not meet the requirements of the Toys (Safety) Regulations 2011 or the Food Imitations (Safety) Regulations 1989.

Corrective action

Consumers should keep this product out of the reach of young children and contact the distributor they purchased from for redress.

The product has been removed by the online marketplace (eBay).

Additional information

PSD number: 2407-0109

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 6 August 2024. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.

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