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63pcs Magnetic Building Blocks Construction Kit Toy — choking risk

UK OPSSMedium riskChokingSold on eBayJan 21, 2022
Photo from the official notice: 63pcs Magnetic Building Blocks Construction Kit Toy — choking risk
Photo from the official notice: 63pcs Magnetic Building Blocks Construction Kit Toy — choking risk
Photo from the official notice: 63pcs Magnetic Building Blocks Construction Kit Toy — choking risk
Photo from the official notice: 63pcs Magnetic Building Blocks Construction Kit Toy — choking risk
Photo from the official notice: 63pcs Magnetic Building Blocks Construction Kit Toy — choking risk

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

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.

Remedy

The product has been withdrawn from the market. The listing has been removed by the online marketplace (eBay).

Product safety report

Measures taken

  • Removal of listing by online marketplace
  • Withdrawal of product from market

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.

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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