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Thursday, August 21, 2008

Lamorinda Moms Club

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Aqua Dots Recall Print Email
Nov. 7th, 2007 - The Aqua Dots beads, known in Australia as Bindeez, contain a toxic chemical that, when ingested, reportedly mimics the effects of the drug gamma hydroxybutyrate (known as the “date rape drug”), causing victims to experience respiratory depression or seizures, or to lapse into comas.

The recalled toy, which was manufactured in China , is a craft kit that children can use to create multi-dimensional designs using small colored beads that fuse together when sprayed with water. The kits include accessories such as a drying fan, applicator pen, design templates for the beads and a spray bottle. The product is labeled for ages 4+ and has been sold at retail outlets nationwide since April for between $17 and $30.

Consumers can contact the Toronto-based distributor Spin Master at (800) 622-8339 or at www.aquadotsrecall.com.