10000pcs Multi-colour Water Absorbent Beads

Recall Summary Water-absorbent beads sold online (including through Shein) are being recalled because they expand more than 50% when wet. If a child swallows these beads, they can expand in the mouth, throat, or stomach and block the airway or intestines. The product doesn't meet UK toy safety standards.

Product

Water beads which grow when immersed in water. Product sold online, in particular via Shein (unique product identifier: sh2406158688698523) and Zhengzhou Junhan International Trade.. 10000pcs Multi-Colour Water Absorbent Beads

Reason

The product expands more than 50% in size when in contact with water. If a child puts it in the mouth or swallows it, the contact with saliva or stomach liquids will cause the product to expand, which can result in occlusion of the respiratory track or intestinal blockage.. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Toy Safety Directive.

Classification

Class I

Category

consumer product recall

Country

European Union

Agency

SAFETY-GATE

Recall date

2026-03-27

Status

Ongoing

Distribution

United Kingdom in respect of Northern Ireland

Official recall notice from SAFETY-GATE

Recall details on Nibble Recalls: https://trynibble.app/recalls/f41206b2-778b-41c8-9e85-d982bebe09d0