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Toys · Ages 8–12 yrs

Thames & Kosmos Ooze Labs Chemistry Station

Real chemistry experiments for the kid who keeps "mixing potions" in the bathroom. Give it a legitimate outlet.

Honest drawback: Adult supervision required, and some reagents run out.

Where to buy

  • Maker's own shopThames & Kosmosthamesandkosmos.com, price checked Oct 20, 2026
    $39.95Shop at Thames & Kosmos
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What the maker says about age (verbatim from the product page, checked 2026-10-20):

  • “Ages: 6+”

Our suggested ages: 8–12 yrs. We never suggest an age younger than the maker's minimum. Ours may be older.

No warning text appeared on the product page when we checked. Packaging often carries warnings (for example small parts, magnets or tip-over) that websites don't show. Read the box.

Safety note from us: Chemistry set: adult supervision required. Read the maker's warnings before opening.

The details

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Price$39.95 on www.thamesandkosmos.com, checked 2026-10-20

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