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TheKiddoSpace Magnetic Reusable Water Balloons recalled over an injury risk
Product Recall for TheKiddoSpace Magnetic Reusable Water Balloons presenting a serious risk of injuries.
Product image from the OPSS safety notice
Check your product
Only products that match these details are covered. Have your pack in front of you.
2 identifiers listed for this notice.
TheKiddoSpace Magnetic Reusable Water Balloons
- ModelOn the rating label, base, back or box.
- Multiple colours
- including a glow-in-the-dark set
- Sold betweenCompare with your receipt or order date.
- 30 May 2024 – 21 February 2025
What to do now
TheKiddoSpace Magnetic Reusable Water Balloons has been reported because it could hurt the person using it.
- Stop using it.
- Read the corrective action below: some notices offer a fix rather than a return.
- Contact TheKiddoSpace or the shop you bought it from to arrange the remedy set out in the notice.
- Incidents and injuries can be reported to Trading Standards via the Citizens Advice consumer helpline.
Why it matters. Products that break, pinch, cut or fail suddenly can cause injuries ranging from cuts to fractures.
Refunds, repairs and replacements
Stop using the product first, then arrange the remedy. A recall applies to every affected unit, however long ago it was bought.
If the business does not respond, the Citizens Advice consumer helpline (0808 223 1133), Advice Direct Scotland (0808 164 6000) or Consumerline (0300 123 6262) can help.
From the official notice
Published by the Office for Product Safety and Standards (2508-0186). Quoted as issued.
Summary
Product Recall for TheKiddoSpace Magnetic Reusable Water Balloons presenting a serious risk of injuries.
The risk
The product presents a risk of injuries because it contains accessible, small magnets. Small magnets can easily be swallowed and, when ingested, have the potential to cause serious internal injuries within the gastrointestinal tract.
The product does not meet the regulations of the Toys (Safety) Regulations 2011.
Action taken
The product has been recalled from end users.
Advice to consumers
The product has been recalled from end users. Consumers are advised to contact TheKiddoSpace via info@thekiddospace.com for a full refund or voucher of equal value.
For further information, please see: https://thekiddospacestore.co.uk/pages/reusable-magnetic-water-balloons-product-safety-recall
Additional information
PSD notification number: 2508-0186
Notified by: Office for Product Safety and Standards
Product description
Soft silicone reusable water balloons. The balloon halves are held together with snap-close small magnets.
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Questions
Why has TheKiddoSpace Magnetic Reusable Water Balloons been recalled?
TheKiddoSpace Magnetic Reusable Water Balloons has been reported because it could hurt the person using it. Products that break, pinch, cut or fail suddenly can cause injuries ranging from cuts to fractures.
How do I know if my product is affected?
Compare the model and sold between on your product with the details listed under “Check your product” on this page. Only items that match are covered by the notice.
What should I do now?
Stop using it. Read the corrective action below: some notices offer a fix rather than a return.
Can I get a refund or a repair?
Stop using the product first, then arrange the remedy. A recall applies to every affected unit, however long ago it was bought. If the business does not respond, the Citizens Advice consumer helpline (0808 223 1133), Advice Direct Scotland (0808 164 6000) or Consumerline (0300 123 6262) can help.
