Eco-Novelty is recalling about 3,500 Jumbo Size and Jumbo Multipurpose Cosmo Beads, which are water-absorbing polymer balls that can expand to the size of a racquetball. These colorful toys can be easily mistaken for candy by children, and if swallowed, they expand inside the body and cause life-threatening intestinal obstructions that require surgery to remove. The recalled beads were sold online at Amazon.com, ifleemarket.com, and crystalsoilusa.com between June 2011 and August 2013 for between $2 and $20. Consumers should immediately take these toys away from children and contact the company for a full refund.
When ingested, the beads expand significantly inside a child's body, causing internal blockages that lead to vomiting, dehydration, and severe discomfort. These toys do not show up on x-rays and must be surgically removed; the CPSC is aware of one incident where an 8-month-old girl required surgery after swallowing a similar water-absorbing ball.
Consumers should immediately take this recalled toy away from children and contact Eco-Novelty for a refund.
Cosmo Beads Jumbo Size
Jumbo Cosmo Beads Multipurpose
If you or a family member were harmed by this recalled product, you may have legal rights. Consider consulting a consumer protection attorney to understand your options for compensation.
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Sources: CPSC Notice · Raw API Response