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Magnetic Ballpoint Pen and Magnet Set — choking risk

UK OPSSHigh riskChokingSold on AmazonOct 15, 2021
Photo from the official notice: Magnetic Ballpoint Pen and Magnet Set — choking risk
Photo from the official notice: Magnetic Ballpoint Pen and Magnet Set — choking risk

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

Hazard

This product poses a choking and injury risk because, as received, the magnets fit entirely within the small parts cylinder and the magnetic flux is 441.14 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 product does not comply fully with the marking requirements of the relevant standard and does not meet the requirements of the Toys (Safety) Regulations 2011.

Remedy

The product has been recalled from end users. The listing has been removed by the online marketplace (Amazon).

Product recall

Measures taken

  • Recall of product from end users
  • Removal of listing by online marketplace

Product description

A set that includes a magnetic ball pen and selection of magnets of different shapes and sizes that can be used to create shapes and figures. The product is supplied in a tin.

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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