Product Recall: Magnetic Balls 300Pcs Educational Toys Puzzle Toy Gifts sold via Amazon (2206-0307)
Product recall for Magnetic Balls 300Pcs Educational Toys Puzzle Toy Gifts presenting a serious risk of injuries and choking.
Summary
Product: Magnetic Balls 300Pcs Educational Toys Puzzle Toy Gifts
Hazard: The product presents a serious risk of injuries as, when tested, the small magnets were found to have a magnetic flux index density higher than the maximum permitted of 50 kG²mm.
Corrective action: The product has been recalled from end users. The listing has been removed by the online marketplace (Amazon).
Product information
| Type | Toys - Magnetic Balls |
|---|---|
| ASIN | B09YH5WZR7 |
| Product Description | 300 multi-coloured magnetic steel balls of a diameter of 4.8mm supplied in tin box with clear plastic window and bag with cord |
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Hazard
The product presents a serious risk of injuries as, when tested, the small magnets were found to have a magnetic flux index densities, ranging from 105.79 kG²mm to 218.02 kG²mm which is greater than the maximum permitted of 50 kG²mm, If two or more magnets were swallowed, there is a risk that the magnets become drawn to each other in the digestive system, which could cause serious injury or death if medical attention is not sought immediately. Additionally, a young child may place the magnetic balls into their mouth and choke. Furthermore, the product does not comply with the marking requirements of the relevant standard. OPSS has issued a Safety Alert for small, high-powered magnetic products which can be accessed at the following link: https://www.gov.uk/product-safety-alerts-reports-recalls/product-safety-alert-small-high-powered-magnetic-products-psa1.
The product does not meet the requirements of the Toys (Safety) Regulations 2011.
Corrective action
The product has been recalled from end users.
The listing has been removed by the online marketplace (Amazon)
Additional information
PSD case number: 2206-0307
Notified by: Office for Product Safety and Standards