TheKiddoSpace Recalls Reusable Water Balloons Due to Phthalate Exposure Risk

What Happened

TheKiddoSpace has issued a recall for its reusable water balloons because the cord lock on the included black mesh storage bags contains a regulated phthalate. This substance violates the federal phthalate ban, as phthalates are toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health effects. No injuries have been reported to date.

Which Products Are Affected

This recall involves approximately 4,300 TheKiddoSpace-branded reusable water balloons. The products are multi-colored silicon balls that use small magnets to remain closed when filled. They were sold with a black mesh storage bag in resealable blue packaging that features the TheKiddoSpace logo, the text “Reusable Water Ballons,” and an image of a child holding a water balloon.

The items were sold online at TheKiddoSpaceStore.com from April 2024 through February 2025 for between $15 and $30. The products were imported by SN Commerce LLC (dba TheKiddoSpaceStore) of Dover, Delaware.

What You Should Do

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled reusable water balloons and take the storage bag away from children. To receive a free replacement bag (including shipping), consumers must cut the storage bag in half and email a photo of the destroyed bag to [email protected]. Once the photo is sent, the destroyed bags should be disposed of in accordance with local waste disposal requirements.

For more information, consumers can contact TheKiddoSpace via email at [email protected] or visit the company’s recall page at www.thekiddospacestore.com/pages/product-recalls/water-balloons.

Why This Matters

This recall is critical because it involves the violation of federal safety standards regarding toxic chemicals in children’s toys. Phthalates pose a serious health risk to young children if the components are ingested.

Source

CPSC Recall Number 26295. For more details, visit the official CPSC announcement.