Safety warning Medium risk 28 November 2022

77-30pcs Magnetic Building Blocks sold via Wish

Yes – there is an official safety warning for this
Photo of 77-30pcs Magnetic Building Blocks sold via Wish
Photo: official notice
Affected
A bag containing 30 triangle, square and semi-circle magnets with plastic windows and roof accessories.
The problem
The product presents a risk of choking and internal injuries due to the presence of small parts as received, some of which possess an excessively high magnetic flux index.
What to do
The listings have been taken down. If you bought one, stop using it and contact the seller for a refund.
Source: Office for Product Safety and Standards Official notice ↗

Product information

Type Toys – Magnetic Toy
WISH ID 61a863b73061f6780550ace8
Listing Name 2022 New Magnetic Blocks 77-30 PCS Upgrade Magnetic Building Blocks for Kids Magnetic Tiles 3D Magnetic Toys Educational STEM Toys Tiles Set Castle Toys for 2 3 4 5 6 7 Year Old Boys Girls Gifts
Country of Origin China
Product description A bag containing 30 triangle, square and semi-circle magnets with plastic windows and roof accessories.
Product Report and Image Link to Product Image and PDF

Hazard

The product has been identified as presenting a medium risk of choking and internal injuries as the triangle and semi-circle shapes are small parts as received. A young child may put a small part in its mouth and the parents may notice in time, so the small part can block the child’s airways and cause the child to choke.

The magnetic toy was also found to have a magnetic flux index of up to 127.33 KG²mm², 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.

Corrective action

OPSS are requiring the withdrawal of the product from the market.

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

Additional information

PSD case number: 2206-0159

Notified by: Office for Product Safety and Standards

Can I get a refund?

In most cases, yes – recalled items can usually be returned for a full refund, repair or replacement, often without a receipt. Follow the instructions in the notice above, or contact the shop you bought it from. More on your rights after a recall.

Updated 28 November 2022. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.

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