Snap Beads Recalled by Edushape Due to Choking Hazard

The tip of the snap bead peg may break off under repetitive pressure, posing a choking hazard to small children.

Recall #: 10709
Affected scope: About 40 units

Compiled from official public sources by the publisher. · Updated September 2026

Xiamen Xinlu Machinery Co., Ltd., China recalled The recalled product is multicolor and textured soft plastic beads that are designed to c….

Snap Beads Recalled by Edushape Due to Choking Hazard was recalled by Xiamen Xinlu Machinery Co., Ltd., China in December 8, 2009. Reason: The tip of the snap bead peg may break off under repetitive pressure, posing a choking hazard to small childr…. Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the snap beads and contact Edushape for a replace…. Verify recall #10709 with the CPSC before acting.

The recall

Xiamen Xinlu Machinery Co., Ltd., China issued this CPSC recall-The tip of the snap bead peg may break off under repetitive pressure, posing a choking hazard to small childr….

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agency class: December 8, 2009
reported

Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #10709 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.

Product description

The recalled product is multicolor and textured soft plastic beads that are designed to connect to one another. The beads are packaged in a 6" x 6" x 8" clear plastic jar with a photo of a child playing with the beads on the label. The word "Edushape" is written on the label in green and red.

Reason for recall

The tip of the snap bead peg may break off under repetitive pressure, posing a choking hazard to small children.

Remedy, what to do

Consumers should immediately stop using the snap beads and contact Edushape for a replacement set.

Recall Profile

Structured summary of the CPSC recall record
Attribute	Value
Agency	U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
Severity class	Not classified by agency
Status	Active
Recall number	10709
Date reported	December 8, 2009
Date initiated	December 8, 2009
Recalling firm	Xiamen Xinlu Machinery Co., Ltd., China
Affected scope	About 40 units
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 stop using the snap beads and contact Edushape for a replacement set.

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Follow the documented remedy (refund, replacement, repair, or disposal) rather than general advice. What to do next

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Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled? ▼

Why was this product recalled? ▼

The tip of the snap bead peg may break off under repetitive pressure, posing a choking hazard to small children.

What should consumers do? ▼

Consumers should immediately stop using the snap beads and contact Edushape for a replacement set.

Which agency issued this recall? ▼

This recall was issued by the CPSC on December 8, 2009. CPSC does not publish a hazard classification for this recall. Recall number: 10709.

How do I report an injury from a recalled product? ▼

Report injuries to the issuing agency: CPSC at SaferProducts.gov, NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem, or FDA via MedWatch. Document the product (photos, model/serial numbers, purchase receipts) and seek medical attention. Injury reports help agencies track hazard patterns and may strengthen enforcement actions.

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