The following notice has been issued by the Office for Product Safety and Standards.
Product
60 Giant Jumbo Water Beads - Sold via OnBuy
Type
Toys - Water Beads
Product code (on packaging)
X001OG8VRL
Barcode
5060733970914
OnBuy Listing Number
79612617
OnBuy Listing Name
60 Giant Jumbo Water Beads Magic Water Balls Crystal Non Toxic Bio Degradable Aqua Hydrogel For Table Centerpiece Vase Filler Party Decoration
Country of origin
China
Product description
Multi-coloured water beads in plastic packaging with "Original Kikan" on the label
Hazard
The product presents a serious risk of injuries and 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 product is no longer available for sale.
Owners are advised to stop using the product and keep it out of the reach of young children. Contact the distributor you purchased from to request redress.