[Recalled] 10g Water Ball Beads — The product expands when in contact with water | EU Safety Gate 2026-04-10
A safety authority has issued a recall or warning for this item. The confirmed facts from the source notice are laid out below.
Recall details
| Product | 10g Water Ball Beads |
|---|---|
| Category | Decorative articles |
| Issuing authority | RAPEX |
| Reference | SR/00993/26 |
| Country of notice | United Kingdom in respect of Northern Ireland |
| Risk level | Serious risk |
| Hazard type | Choking |
| Notice date | 10 April 2026 |
Why it was recalled
According to the RAPEX notice, the identified hazard is: The product expands when in contact with water. If a child puts the product in the 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.
This Serious risk recall concerns Decorative articles products distributed in United Kingdom in respect of Northern Ireland and was recorded by RAPEX. Recalls in this category are published so that owners, retailers, and importers can identify affected units and act quickly.
What to do if you own this product
Stop using the product immediately and follow the authority's remedy (return, repair, or disposal).
Read the full official notice →
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