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11pcs/28pcs Magnetic Fishing Game recalled over a choking risk

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Product recall for 11pcs/28pcs magnetic fishing game presenting a high risk of choking due to the presence of small parts as received.

Take it away from young children now.

  • 11pcs/28pcs Magnetic Fishing Game: photo 1 of 2 from the OPSS notice of 24 Oct 2022
    Product image from the OPSS safety notice
  • 11pcs/28pcs Magnetic Fishing Game: photo 2 of 2 from the OPSS notice of 24 Oct 2022

What to do now

11pcs/28pcs Magnetic Fishing Game has been flagged because small parts can break off.

  1. Take it away from young children now.
  2. Look for loose pieces where it was used.
  3. Contact the business or the shop you bought it from to arrange the remedy set out in the notice.
  4. Incidents and injuries can be reported to Trading Standards via the Citizens Advice consumer helpline.

Why it matters. Children under three put things in their mouths. Anything small enough to fit through a toilet-roll tube is a choking hazard for them.

If someone has been hurt

Look out for

  • coughing, gagging or noisy breathing after playing with it

Get help urgently

  • a child who cannot breathe, cough or cry — call 999 and follow the call handler’s instructions

This is general information based on NHS public guidance, not medical advice. In an emergency call 999. For urgent advice use NHS 111 (NHS 24 on 111 in Scotland) or, in Northern Ireland, your GP or out-of-hours service.

Refunds, repairs and replacements

Stop using the product first, then arrange the remedy. A recall applies to every affected unit, however long ago it was bought.

If the business does not respond, the Citizens Advice consumer helpline (0808 223 1133), Advice Direct Scotland (0808 164 6000) or Consumerline (0300 123 6262) can help.

From the official notice

Published by the Office for Product Safety and Standards (2206-0066). Quoted as issued.

Summary

Product recall for 11pcs/28pcs magnetic fishing game presenting a high risk of choking due to the presence of small parts as received.

The risk

The product presents a risk of choking as the wooden fish constitute small parts as received. A young child may place the small part in their mouth and the parents/carers may not notice in time, with the small part able to block a child’s airways. The product also requires improvements to labelling and documentation.

The product does not meet the requirements of the Toys (Safety) Regulations 2011.

Action taken

OPSS are requiring the recall of the product from end users. The listing has been removed by the online marketplace (Wish).

Advice to consumers

OPSS is requiring the recall of the product from end users. The listing has been removed by the online marketplace (Wish).

Additional information

PSD case number: 2206-0066

Notified by: Office for Product Safety and Standards

Product description

A green box containing two wooden fishing rods with a red cord connected to a magnetic peach coloured plastic piece. Item accompanied by 10 wooden fish of different colours with numbers and steel caps.

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Questions

Why has 11pcs/28pcs Magnetic Fishing Game been recalled?

11pcs/28pcs Magnetic Fishing Game has been flagged because small parts can break off. Children under three put things in their mouths. Anything small enough to fit through a toilet-roll tube is a choking hazard for them.

How do I know if my product is affected?

The notice describes the affected product rather than listing codes. Compare the product name, pack size and where you bought it with the official notice.

What should I do now?

Take it away from young children now. Look for loose pieces where it was used.

Can I get a refund or a repair?

Stop using the product first, then arrange the remedy. A recall applies to every affected unit, however long ago it was bought. If the business does not respond, the Citizens Advice consumer helpline (0808 223 1133), Advice Direct Scotland (0808 164 6000) or Consumerline (0300 123 6262) can help.

Where was 11pcs/28pcs Magnetic Fishing Game sold?

The notice names Wish. Products bought elsewhere are covered too if they match the details listed.

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