2026.02.04 Safety Report: 10g Water Ball Beads (Sold via eBay)

04 February 2026

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

Product
10g Water Ball Beads - Sold via eBay

Type
Decorative articles / Homeware / Gardenware - Ornament Accessories

eBay Item Number
221801205449

Country of origin
Unknown

Product description
Multi-coloured water beads sold in a clear plastic bag

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. Improvements are also required to product labelling and marking.

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 product is no longer available for sale.

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

Full notice

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