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2x15pcs Magnetic Fishing Bath Toy recalled over a choking risk

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Product recall for 2x15pcs magnetic fishing bath toy presenting a high risk of choking due to the presence of small parts.

Remove it from the toy box or cot straight away.

  • 2x15pcs Magnetic Fishing Bath Toy: photo 1 of 2 from the OPSS notice of 18 Jan 2023
    Product image from the OPSS safety notice
  • 2x15pcs Magnetic Fishing Bath Toy: photo 2 of 2 from the OPSS notice of 18 Jan 2023

What to do now

2x15pcs Magnetic Fishing Bath Toy has been flagged because small parts can break off.

  1. Remove it from the toy box or cot straight away.
  2. Check the floor and play areas for any parts that have already come off.
  3. Contact the business or the shop you bought it from to arrange the remedy set out in the notice.
  4. If someone has been hurt or the product has failed, report it to Trading Standards through the Citizens Advice consumer service.

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 (2206-0237). Quoted as issued.

Summary

Product recall for 2x15pcs magnetic fishing bath toy presenting a high risk of choking due to the presence of small parts.

The risk

The product presents a high risk of choking as the magnetic bait fish from the fishing rod is a small part as received. A child may place the small part in their mouth and choke.

The magnetic bait fish was found to have a magnetic flux greater than the maximum permissible level of 50 kG²mm². Small, high-powered magnetic products can be easily swallowed and, when ingested, have the potential to cause serious internal injuries within the gastrointestinal tract.

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 are requiring the recall of the product from end users.

The listing has been removed by the online marketplace (Wish).

Additional information

PSD case number: 2206-0237

Notified by: Office for Product Safety and Standards

Product description

Magnetic fishing set. Hollow plastic sealife figures, 7-9cm long, with screw on one end. Plastic net and plastic fishing rod with magnetic baitfish on line. Supplied in bubble wrap.

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Questions

Why has 2x15pcs Magnetic Fishing Bath Toy been recalled?

2x15pcs Magnetic Fishing Bath Toy 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?

Remove it from the toy box or cot straight away. Check the floor and play areas for any parts that have already come off.

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 2x15pcs Magnetic Fishing Bath Toy sold?

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

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