Published by Reclia Safety Desk | June 25, 2026
📌 EU Safety Gate Recall Notice
Product: Water beads
Brand: Water
Country: United Kingdom in respect of Northern Ireland
Hazards: Choking Hazard, Non-Compliance
What to do: Stop using this product. Follow the recall instructions for refund or replacement.
Case #SR/01775/26 |
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Recall Summary
| Product | Water beads |
| Brand | Water |
| Country | United Kingdom in respect of Northern Ireland |
| Case Number | SR/01775/26 |
| Hazard | Choking Hazard, Non-Compliance |
| Source | 🇪🇺 EU Safety Gate |
Reclia – Recall Information Database Record
1. Recall Summary
This recall notice, case number SR/01775/26, was issued by the United Kingdom in respect of Northern Ireland and published on the EU Safety Gate system. The recall concerns a product identified as “200Pcs Jumbo Water Beads,” which are multicoloured water gel beads. The product was sold online, in particular via the SHEIN platform under unique identifier sh2405105001491158. The notifying country is the United Kingdom in respect of Northern Ireland, and the country of origin is the People’s Republic of China. The product category is decorative articles. The risk level is classified as serious.
2. Affected Products
– Product Name: 200Pcs Jumbo Water Beads
– Brand: Not specified in the recall notice.
– Model / Type Number: Not specified in the recall notice.
– Batch Number: Not specified in the recall notice.
– Barcode: Not specified in the recall notice.
– Production Dates: Not specified in the recall notice.
– Company Recall Code: Not specified in the recall notice.
– Description: Multicoloured water gel beads. The product was sold online, in particular via SHEIN (unique identifier: sh2405105001491158).
3. Hazard Information
The risk type associated with this product is choking. The specific danger, as stated in the recall notice, is that the product expands in size 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. This expansion can result in occlusion of the respiratory tract or intestinal blockage. The product does not comply with the General Product Safety Regulation.
4. Consumer Action Required
The recall notice specifies that the measure taken is the removal of this product listing by the online marketplace. The date of entry into force for this measure is listed as unknown. Consumers who have purchased this product should refer to the official remedy and contact information provided below. The recall notice does not provide specific instructions for consumers beyond the measure taken by the online marketplace.
5. Official Remedy
The type of economic operator taking the notified measure is listed as “Other.” The category of measure is the removal of this product listing by the online marketplace. No specific remedy for consumers, such as a refund, replacement, or return process, is explicitly stated in the recall notice.
6. Contact Information
– Notifying Country: United Kingdom in respect of Northern Ireland
– Country of Origin: People’s Republic of China
– Online Marketplace: SHEIN (unique identifier for the product listing: sh2405105001491158)
– EU Safety Gate Alert Reference: https://ec.europa.eu/safety-gate-alerts/screen/webReport/alertDetail/10098967
– Case Number: SR/01775/26
– Pictures of the product are available at the following URLs:
– https://ec.europa.eu/safety-gate-alerts/public/api/notification/image/11012112
– https://ec.europa.eu/safety-gate-alerts/public/api/notification/image/11012113
Additional Information: The recall notice does not provide a brand name, batch number, barcode, production dates, or a company recall code. No specific consumer contact phone number, email address, or physical address for the manufacturer or distributor is provided in the source data. Consumers seeking further information should consult the EU Safety Gate alert page referenced above.
Recall Timeline
- **Current** – Recall announced via EU Safety Gate
- **Ongoing** – Consumers advised to stop using product
- **Ongoing** – Refund or replacement available from manufacturer
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: How do I identify the recalled Water beads?
A: Check the product label and packaging against the official EU Safety Gate recall notice (Case #SR/01775/26).
Q: What should I do if I own the recalled Water beads?
A: The recall notice advises consumers to stop using the product immediately and follow the recall instructions.
Q: How do I get a refund or replacement for the recalled Water beads?
A: Contact the manufacturer or retailer using the information in the recall notice.
Q: What if my child has already used this product?
A: Check for any signs of injury. Monitor closely and contact a healthcare provider if concerned.
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Disclaimer: Information on this page is summarized from official EU Safety Gate recall notices.
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Consumers should refer to the original EU Safety Gate notice
for complete details and official instructions.