Children's water beads activity kits sold at Target voluntarily recalled due to ingestion, choking risks
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A water bead activity kit is being voluntarily recalled over concerns about ingestion, choking and obstruction hazards.
The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) and Buffalo Games LLC, based in Buffalo, New York, announced a voluntary recall Thursday for approximately 52,000 Chuckle & Roar Ultimate Water Beads Activity Kits.
The water beads are designed to expand when in contact with water and can be dangerous if ingested. If swallowed, the beads can grow, potentially causing intestinal obstruction, CPSP said in a release.
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