Refillable Water Balloon
| Alert Number | SR/02674/25 |
| Brand | SOPPYCID |
| Category | Toys |
| Risk Type | Injuries |
| Notifying Country | United Kingdom in respect of Northern Ireland |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Published | 25 July 2025 |
Risk Description
The toy has small parts (magnets) with a high magnetic flux, which can be easily detached from the balloon. A child may put the magnets in the mouth and swallow them, which may lead to them attracting one another, causing intestinal blockage or perforation. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Toy Safety Directive nor with the European standard EN 71-1.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: OtherCategory of measure(s): Recall of the product from end usersDate of entry into force: 16/04/2025Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): OtherCategory of measure(s): Removal of this product listing by the online marketplaceDate of entry into force: 06/06/2024
Product Description
Colourful reusable water balloons with magnetic seal. Product sold online, in particular via fruugo.com and Zhengzhouwensuoshangmaoyouxiangongsi.