The following notice has been issued by the Office for Product Safety and Standards.
Product
Squishy Dumpling D-9373
Type
Toys - Sensory Toys
Model
D-9373
Barcode
0562723240557
Country of Origin
China
Product Description
A boxed squishy dumpling toy in various colours, filled with water beads
Hazard
The product presents a serious risk of choking because the dumpling material breaks apart easily, releasing water beads. If the water beads are swallowed in hydrated form, they 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 Toys (Safety) Regulations 2011.
Corrective action
The import has been rejected at the border.