TheKiddoSpace Recalls Reusable Water Balloons Due to Risk of Injury from Phthalate Exposure; Violate Federal Phthalates Ban

Recall date

February 26, 2026

Source

U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC)

Recall number

26295

Sold / distributed

Online at TheKiddoSpaceStore.com from April 2024 through February 2025 for between $15 and $30.

Why it was recalled

The cord lock on the recalled water ballons' storage bags contain a regulated phthalate, which violate the federal phthalate ban. Phthalates are toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health effects.

What was recalled

This recall involves TheKiddoSpace-branded reusable water balloons. The recalled refillable multi-colored water balloons are silicon balls that have small magnets to keep them closed when filled and come with a black mesh storage bag. TheKiddoSpace logo, "Reusable Water Ballons" and an image of child holding a water balloon are printed on the product's resealable blue packaging.

What to do

Consumers should stop using the recalled reusable water balloons immediately, take the storage bag away from children and contact TheKiddoSpace to receive a free replacement bag, including shipping. Consumers will be asked to cut the storage bag in half and send a photo of the destroyed bag to [email protected]. Consumers should then dispose of the destroyed bags in accordance with their local waste disposal requirements.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.