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- Affected
- Yellow plastic hand held spatula 192mm long with five magnetic balls and an orange plastic dish.
- The problem
- The product has been identified as presenting a serious risk of choking and injuries as, when tested, the small magnets were found to have a magnetic flux greater than the limit allowed 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.
- What to do
- We recommend owners stop using this product immediately. Contact the distributor you purchased from to request redress. The listing has been removed by the online marketplace (AliExpress).
Product information
| Type | Toys – Small, High-Powered Magnetic Products |
|---|---|
| AliExpress Item Number | 32801790543 |
| Product description | Yellow plastic hand held spatula 192mm long with five magnetic balls and an orange plastic dish. |
| Country of Origin | China |
| Product Report and Image | Link to Product Image and PDF |
Hazard
The product presents a risk of internal injuries as the magnets were found to have a magnetic flux greater than the limit allowed 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 magnets are also small parts and present a choking hazard.
The product does not meet the requirements of the Toys (Safety) Regulations 2011.
OPSS has issued a Product Safety Alert for small, high-powered magnetic products which can be accessed at the following link: https://www.gov.uk/product-safety-alerts-reports-recalls/product-safety-alert-small-high-powered-magnetic-products-psa1
Corrective action
We recommend owners stop using this product immediately. Contact the distributor you purchased from to request redress. The listing has been removed by the online marketplace (AliExpress).
Additional information
PSD case number: 2206-0277
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 30 September 2022. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.