Product Safety Report: 63pcs Magnetic Building Blocks Construction Kit Toy (2109-0025)
Product Safety Report for 63pcs Magnetic Building Blocks Construction Kit Toy presenting a medium risk of choking and injuries.
Summary
Product: 63pcs Magnetic Building Blocks Construction Kit Toy
Hazard: The product presents a medium risk of injuries as 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.
Corrective action: The product has been withdrawn from the market and the listing removed by the online marketplace (eBay).
Product information
| Type | Toys - Magnetic Construction Toy |
|---|---|
| Barcode | 154231517949 |
| Product description | A toy construction kit consisting of 63 silver-coloured magnetic balls and rods. The product is supplied in a metal tin with a small clear vision panel. |
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Hazard
The product presents a medium risk of injuries as the magnets were tested and found to have a magnetic flux index of 149.8 kG²mm², greater than the limit of 50 kG²mm². 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. The magnets also fit entirely within a small parts cylinder which presents a choking hazard to young children.
The product does not meet the requirements of the Toys (Safety) Regulations 2011.
Corrective action
The product has been withdrawn from the market.
The listing has been removed by the online marketplace (eBay).
Additional information
PSD case number: 2109-0025
Notified by: Office for Product Safety and Standards