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15pcs Plastic Magnetic Fishing Set — choking risk

UK OPSSHigh riskChokingSold on AliExpressSep 17, 2021
Photo from the official notice: 15pcs Plastic Magnetic Fishing Set — choking risk
Photo from the official notice: 15pcs Plastic Magnetic Fishing Set — choking risk

Photos from the official notice: UK Office for Product Safety and Standards (GOV.UK) · image rights

Hazard

The product presents a high risk of choking as the magnetic component of the fishing rod became accessible at forces less than the permissible minimum which fit entirely within the small parts cylinder. The product also presents a risk of injuries as the magnetic flux index of these parts is 76 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. Additionally, the product does not meet all the marking requirements of the relevant standard, including warnings relating to specific hazards. The product does not meet the requirements of the Toys (Safety) Regulations 2011.

Remedy

We recommend owners stop using this product immediately. Contact the distributor you purchased from to request redress. The listing has been removed from the online marketplace (AliExpress)

Product safety report

Measures taken

  • Removal of listing by online marketplace
  • Warning consumers of risks

Product description

Plastic magnetic fishing toy packaged in yellow and blue cardboard packaging. Fishing rods contain small magnets on the end of the line, to attach to the magnets on the small plastic fish.

What should I do?

If you own this product, stop using it and follow the corrective action above: contact the retailer or supplier for a repair, replacement or refund. This notice was published by the UK Office for Product Safety and Standards.

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