Water beads which grow when immersed in water. Product sold online, in particular via Shein (unique product identifier: sh2406158688698523) and Zhengzhou Junhan International Trade.
Name: 10000pcs Multi-Colour Water Absorbent Beads
Category: 10
Date: 2026-03-27
Product Category: Toys
Risk Type: Choking, Injuries
Danger: The product expands more than 50% in size when in contact with water. If a child puts it in the mouth or swallows it, the contact with saliva or stomach liquids will cause the product to expand, which can result in occlusion of the respiratory track or intestinal blockage. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Toy Safety Directive.
Measures: Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): OtherCategory of measure(s): Removal of this product listing by the online marketplaceDate of entry into force: 19/05/2025
Description: Water beads which grow when immersed in water. Product sold online, in particular via Shein (unique product identifier: sh2406158688698523) and Zhengzhou Junhan International Trade.
Notifying Country: United Kingdom in respect of Northern Ireland
Country of Origin: People’s Republic of China
Alert Type: Consumer
Alert Level: Serious risk
