The following notice has been issued by the Office for Product Safety and Standards.
Product
100pcs Jumbo Water Gel Jelly Beads for Vase, Round Gel Beads, 9-11mm - Sold via Shein
Type
Decorative articles / Homeware / Gardenware - Flower / Plant Pots Replacement Parts / Accessories
Barcode
2409230249105
Shein SKU
sh2407026365253965
Listing Name
100pcs Jumbo Water Gel Jelly Beads for Vase, Round Gel Beads, 9-11mm
Country of origin
China
Product description
100pcs pack of water beads for use in vase, supplied in plastic packaging
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.
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
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.
The listing has been removed by the online marketplace (Shein).