Tests reveal dangerous water beads are a toxic toy – NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth
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Last updated 07 Jul 2024
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New testing by Consumer Reports and the Consumer Product Safety Commission reveals potentially dangerous ingredients that could make water beads an even greater hazard to children.
New testing by Consumer Reports and the CPSC reveals potentially dangerous ingredients that could make water beads an even greater hazard to children.
New testing by Consumer Reports and the CPSC reveals potentially dangerous ingredients that could make water beads an even greater hazard to children.
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