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Christmas Gumball Vending Machine Capsules sold via Shein — choking risk

UK OPSSChokingSold on SheinApr 1, 2026
Photo from the official notice: Christmas Gumball Vending Machine Capsules sold via Shein — choking risk

Photos from the official notice: UK Office for Product Safety and Standards (GOV.UK) · image rights

Hazard

The product presents a risk of choking as the toys inside the capsules are a small part capable of fitting entirely inside a small parts cylinder. A young child may put these small parts in their mouth and choke. The product does not meet the requirements of the Toys (Safety) Regulations 2011.

Remedy

The products have been recalled from end users by Shein. We recommend that consumers stop using the product immediately and keep it out of reach of children. Contact the distributor you purchased from for redress.

Product recall

Measures taken

  • Recall of product from end users
  • Removal of listing by online marketplace

Product description

Gumball vending machine that dispenses small toys in clear plastic capsules.

What should I do?

If you own this product, stop using it and follow the corrective action above: contact the retailer or supplier for a repair, replacement or refund. This notice was published by the UK Office for Product Safety and Standards.

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