Rainbow Mix Jelly Water Gel Beads sold via Desertcart
- Affected
- Multicoloured water beads in a plastic bag shape like a juice carton.
- The problem
- The product presents a high risk of asphyxiation because if swallowed in its hydrated form, it can block a young child’s airway.
- What to do
- We recommend owners stop using this product immediately. Contact the distributor you purchased from to request redress.
Product information
| Type | Decorative articles/Homeware/Gardenware – Flower/Plant Pots Replacement Parts/Accessories |
|---|---|
| Desertcart Item Number | 615019351 |
| Desertcart Listing Name | 120,000 Pcs Rainbow Mix Jelly Water Gel Beads,Non Toxic Water Beads for Vase Filler,Plant,Floating |
| Country of Origin | United Kingdom |
| Product Description | Multicoloured water beads in a plastic bag shape like a juice carton. |
| Product Report and Image | Link to Product Image and PDF |
Hazard
The product presents a high 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
We recommend owners stop using this product immediately. Contact the distributor you purchased from to request redress.
The listing has been removed by the online marketplace (Desertcart).
Additional information
PSD notification number: 2508-0086
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 March 2026. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.