2026.02.04 Safety Report: 10,000pcs Coloured Water Gel Beads (sold via Shein)

04 February 2026

The following notice has been issued by the Office for Product Safety and Standards.

Product
10,000pcs Coloured Water Gel Beads - Sold via Shein

Type
Decorative articles / Homeware / Gardenware - Flower / Plant Pots Replacement Parts / Accessories

Shein Product ID
27706449

Product Identifier
PB2409270263938

SKU
sh2312120370706900

Country of origin
China

Product description
Pack of 10,000 multi-coloured water beads

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

We recommend owners stop using this product immediately and keep it out of the reach of young children. Contact the distributor you purchased from to request redress.

Full notice

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