Friday - March 13, 2026
Consumer Reports: Federal Water Bead Safety Rule Takes Effect Today, in a Victory for Child Safety
March 13, 2026
YONKERS, New York, March 13 -- Consumer Reports posted the following news release:

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Federal water bead safety rule takes effect today, in a victory for child safety

Consumer Reports warns of hazardous products online

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A new safety rule for water beads marketed as toys officially went into effect today nationwide. Water beads are small, often brightly colored gel balls made of superabsorbent materials, which can drastically ex . . .

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