Safety warning High risk 7 January 2026

Water Beads Set including Inflatable Pool sold via Amazon

Yes – there is an official safety warning for this
Affected
Multi-coloured water beads supplied in plastic container with plastic play accessories and play pool.
The problem
The product presents a high risk of asphyxiation.
What to do
Owners are advised to stop using the product immediately and keep it out of reach of young children. Contact the distributor you purchased from to request redress.
Source: Office for Product Safety and Standards Official notice ↗

Product information

Type Toys – Baby/Infant Stimulation Toys (Non-Powered)
Model LJ091
Amazon ASIN B0C3LXYLS9
Country of Origin China
Product Description Multi-coloured water beads supplied in plastic container with plastic play accessories and play pool.
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 Toys (Safety) Regulations 2011.

Corrective action

Owners are advised to stop using the product immediately and keep it out of reach of young children. Contact the distributor you purchased from to request redress.

The listing has been removed by the online marketplace (Amazon).

Additional information

PSD notification number: 2512-0260

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 7 January 2026. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.

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