Product recallOPSS
216 x 55mm Magnetic Balls x2 Sets recalled over a choking risk
Product recall for 216 x 55mm Magnetic Balls x2 Sets presenting a high risk of choking and internal injuries.
Take it away from young children now.
What to do now
216 x 55mm Magnetic Balls x2 Sets has been flagged because small parts can break off.
- Take it away from young children now.
- Look for loose pieces where it was used.
- Contact the business or the shop you bought it from to arrange the remedy set out in the notice.
- 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 (2202-0099). Quoted as issued.
Summary
Product recall for 216 x 55mm Magnetic Balls x2 Sets presenting a high risk of choking and internal injuries.
The risk
The product presents a high risk of choking as the small magnetic balls were found to be small enough to fit completely into a small parts cylinder and as such, would be regarded as capable of causing a choking hazard for a child. The magnetic spheres were tested and found to have a magnetic flux index greater than the limit of 50kG2mm². 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 meet the requirements of the Toys (Safety) Regulations 2011.
Action taken
The product has been recalled from end users. The listing has been removed from the online marketplace (Shpock).
Advice to consumers
The product has been recalled from end users. The listing has been removed from the online marketplace (Shpock).
Additional information
PSD case number: 2202-0099
Notified by: Office for Product Safety and Standards
Product description
Colourful magnetic spheres packaged in a silver tin
Open the OPSS notice
Questions
Why has 216 x 55mm Magnetic Balls x2 Sets been recalled?
216 x 55mm Magnetic Balls x2 Sets 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.
