CPSC recall · Reported November 7, 2007
Spin Master Recalls Aqua Dots - Children Became Unconscious After Swallowing Beads
The coating on the beads that causes the beads to stick to each other when water is added contains a chemical that can turn toxic when many are ingested. Children who swallow the …
Spin Master, of Toronto, Canada recalled The recalled toy is a craft kit which allows children to create various multi-dimensional….
Spin Master Recalls Aqua Dots - Children Became Unconscious After Swallowing Beads was recalled by Spin Master, of Toronto, Canada in November 7, 2007. Reason: The coating on the beads that causes the beads to stick to each other when water is added contains a chemical…. Remedy: Consumers should immediately take the recalled toy away from children and contact Spin Ma…. Verify recall #08074 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
Spin Master, of Toronto, Canada issued this CPSC recall-The coating on the beads that causes the beads to stick to each other when water is added contains a chemical….
- None
- agency class
- November 7, 2007
- reported
Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #08074 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.
Recall Insight
This recall's affected scope, documented in the Recall Profile below, stays within a single-region or limited-distribution footprint. Distribution information was not included in the agency filing, so consumers should assume broad potential exposure until the firm publishes point-of-sale details. Consumers holding this product should act on the agency's documented remedy above rather than relying on general guidance.
Within the same product category the archive holds 6 closely related recalls, 5 from CPSC - clustering in a narrow category often points to a systemic quality-control or supplier issue rather than a one-off defect. Always verify the recall number against the official agency record before acting.
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Product description
The recalled toy is a craft kit which allows children to create various multi-dimensional designs using small colored beads. The beads fuse together when sprayed with water. The recall applies to all models of Aqua Dots. The product is available in various different kits with accessories such as a drying fan, applicator pen, design templates for the beads, and spray bottle. The product is labeled for ages 4+.
Reason for recall
The coating on the beads that causes the beads to stick to each other when water is added contains a chemical that can turn toxic when many are ingested. Children who swallow the beads can become comatose, develop respiratory depression, or have seizures.
Remedy, what to do
Consumers should immediately take the recalled toy away from children and contact Spin Master to return for free replacement beads or a toy of equal value.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Not classified by agency |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 08074 |
| Date reported | November 7, 2007 |
| Date initiated | November 7, 2007 |
| Recalling firm | Spin Master, of Toronto, Canada |
| Affected scope | About 4.2 million |
| Distribution | Not disclosed |
| Official source | CPSC notice → |
Profile values are sourced directly from the official CPSC enforcement record. Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.
What to do with this recall
Consumers should immediately take the recalled toy away from children and contact Spin Master to return for free replacement bead…
- Check the recall number (08074) and product description against the item you own. Search the archive
- Confirm the current status and remedy on the official CPSC notice before acting. CPSC notice
- Follow the documented remedy (refund, replacement, repair, or disposal) rather than general advice. What to do next
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