Expandable beads

What is the danger

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, which can result in occlusion of the respiratory tract or intestinal blockage.

Risk

Intestinal obstruction

Requirements breached

The product does not comply with the requirements of the Toy Safety Directive nor with the European standard EN 71-1.

Measures taken

1. Withdrawal of the product from the market Voluntary measuresTaken by: Distributor
2. Recall of the product from end users Voluntary measuresTaken by: Distributor
3. Warning consumers of the risks Voluntary measuresTaken by: Distributor

Product

Description

Multicoloured water beads, which grow when immersed in water, intended for use as ammunition in a toy rifle, 250 g.

Packaging

Transparent plastic container with a white cap.

Model / type

KIK KX4086