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MATTEL magnetic toys — injuries risk

EU Safety GateSerious riskInjuriesAug 24, 2007

Hazard

These toys pose a risk of injuries because they may release small, powerful magnets that can then be swallowed or aspirated by young children or placed by a child in their nose or ears. When more than one magnet is swallowed, the magnets can attract each other and cause intestinal perforation, infection or blockage, which can be fatal. Aspiration to the lungs requires immediate surgery. Magnets in nose or ears can cause swelling and be difficult to remove.

Measures taken

  • Voluntary withdrawal from the market and recall from consumers by the producer — Other

Product description

Plastic toys inside cardboard box<a href="http://eceuropaeu/consumers/images/rapex/2007-w33/2007-w33_6-1fpdf">all </a>

What should I do?

If you own this product, stop using it and check the official notice for what the seller or authority advises (return, refund, repair or disposal). Measures listed here were reported by national authorities to the EU Safety Gate system.

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