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New 3/4/5mm 216pcs Magic Magnetic Cube Decompression Educational Toys DIY recalled over a choking risk
Product recall for New 3/4/5mm 216pcs Magic Magnetic Cube Decompression Educational Toys DIY presenting a serious risk of choking and injuries.
Take it away from young children now.
Product image from the OPSS safety notice
What to do now
New 3/4/5mm 216pcs Magic Magnetic Cube Decompression Educational Toys 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 (2108-0244). Quoted as issued.
Summary
Product recall for New 3/4/5mm 216pcs Magic Magnetic Cube Decompression Educational Toys DIY presenting a serious risk of choking and injuries.
The risk
The product presents a serious 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 product also presents a risk of injuries because the magnetic spheres were tested and found to have a magnetic flux index of 57 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 meet the requirements of the Toys (Safety) Regulations 2011
Action taken
Recall of the product from end users and removal of the listing by the online marketplace (Wish).
Advice to consumers
The product has been recalled from end users
The listing has been removed by the online marketplace (Wish)
Additional information
PSD case number: 2108-0244
Notified by: Office for Product Safety and Standards
Product description
Gold magnetic cube toy packaged in a round iron tin
Open the OPSS notice
Questions
Why has New 3/4/5mm 216pcs Magic Magnetic Cube Decompression Educational Toys been recalled?
New 3/4/5mm 216pcs Magic Magnetic Cube Decompression Educational Toys 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 New 3/4/5mm 216pcs Magic Magnetic Cube Decompression Educational Toys sold?
The notice names Wish. Products bought elsewhere are covered too if they match the details listed.
