XL Water Gel Beads

Choking, Injuries Toys Serious risk
Photo of recalled product: XL Water Gel Beads
Alert NumberSR/04145/25
CategoryToys
Risk TypeChoking, Injuries
Notifying CountryUnited Kingdom in respect of Northern Ireland
Country of OriginPeople's Republic of China
Model NumberE10262
Published28 November 2025

Risk Description

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

Measures Taken

Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: OtherCategory of measure(s): Removal of this product listing by the online marketplaceDate of entry into force: 23/09/2025

Product Description

Set of 1800 water beads which grow when immersed in water. Product sold online, in particular via www.desertcart.be.

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