Stop using nowConsumer product recall · CPSC · Published February 26, 2026
TheKiddoSpace Reusable Water Balloons: Phthalate Exposure Risk
TheKiddoSpace recalls reusable water balloons due to phthalates in storage bags violating federal regulations. Phthalates can harm children if ingested. Consumers must stop using, destroy bags, and get free replacements.
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.
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✎ GovInfoNow plain-language explainer
TheKiddoSpace is recalling reusable water balloons because their storage bags contain phthalates that violate federal regulations. These chemicals can cause health issues if young children ingest them. The recall affects products sold with the TheKiddoSpace logo. Read more at govinfonow.com/recall/1280-thekiddospace-reusable-water-balloons-phthalate-exposure-risk.
“TheKiddoSpace Reusable Water Balloons: Phthalate Exposure Risk.” GovInfoNow, updated August 3, 2026. https://govinfonow.com/recall/1280-thekiddospace-reusable-water-balloons-phthalate-exposure-risk. Based on CPSC recall #10638 (https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2026/TheKiddoSpace-Recalls-Reusable-Water-Balloons-Due-to-Risk-of-Injury-from-Phthalate-Exposure-Violate-Federal-Phthalates-Ban).
TheKiddoSpace is recalling reusable water balloons because the storage bag cord locks contain regulated phthalates, violating the federal ban. The Consumer Product Safety Commission announced the recall on Feb. 26, 2026. Owners should stop using the product and contact the company for a free replacement bag.
How to tell if you have it
TheKiddoSpace Reusable Water Balloons
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 info@thekiddospace.com.
The hazard
The cord lock on the recalled water balloons' storage bags contains a regulated phthalate, which violates the federal phthalates ban. Phthalates are toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health effects. No incidents or injuries have been reported.
Context
GovInfoNow's records show other recent recalls include the Lontcs Busy Board Recall for lead poisoning risk (2026-09-10), Diamond Wipes Recall for numbing tattoo wipes risk child poisoning (2026-08-27), and Alliance Chemical 1-K Kerosene Heater Fuel Recall for flash fire and child poisoning risk (2026-04-30).
How to tell if you have this one
Look for TheKiddoSpace-branded reusable water balloons with a black mesh storage bag. The product packaging shows a TheKiddoSpace logo, 'Reusable Water Balloons' text, and an image of a child holding a water balloon.
Brand
TheKiddoSpace
Product
TheKiddoSpace Reusable Water Balloons
Category
Consumer product
Based on the official CPSC remedy
What to do — step by step
Stop Using Immediately
Stop using the recalled reusable water balloons right away to prevent phthalate exposure.
Destroy Storage Bag
Cut the storage bag in half and send a photo of the destroyed bag to info@thekiddospace.com to get a free replacement.
Dispose of Bags Properly
Follow local waste disposal rules to safely discard the destroyed storage bags.
Official remedy
What CPSC says 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 info@thekiddospace.com. Consumers should then dispose of the destroyed bags in accordance with their local waste disposal requirements.
Take action
Contact TheKiddoSpace
We’ve drafted a message you can send TheKiddoSpace to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall 10638 — TheKiddoSpace Reusable Water Balloons: Phthalate Exposure Risk
Hello,
I own a TheKiddoSpace Reusable Water Balloons: Phthalate Exposure Risk that is covered by recall 10638 from TheKiddoSpace.
The official recall notice states: 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 info@thekiddospace.com. Consumers should then dispose of the destroyed bags in accordance with their local waste disposal requirements.
I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this?
Thank you.
The facts (hazard, remedy, dates, manufacturer) are pulled from the official CPSC recall record. The plain-language summary and step-by-step checklist are written by GovInfoNow to make the official notice easier to act on — they don’t replace it.
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