POLYPLAS Water Beads 50000pcs sold via Amazon
- Affected
- Multi-coloured water beads sold in a clear plastic bag.
- 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
- Consumers should keep this product out of the reach of young children and contact the distributor they purchased from for redress.
Product information
| Type | Decorative articles/Homeware/Gardenware – Ornament Accessories |
|---|---|
| Amazon Listing Name | POLYPLAS 50000 Pcs & 100 Large Water Beads |
| Model No | JHNEITU94 |
| ASIN | B0CPCMCJ4R |
| Other Product Identifier | X001X1JPXB |
| Country of Origin | Unknown |
| Product Description | Multi-coloured water beads sold in a clear plastic bag. |
| Product Report and Image | Link to product image and PDF |
Hazard
The product presents a serious 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 (Amazon).
Consumers should keep this product out of the reach of young children and contact the distributor they purchased from for redress.
Additional information
PSD case number: 2510-0085
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 27 January 2026. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.