Magnetic Robot Building Block Set sold via AliExpress
- Affected
- Set of 5 robot figures, 15-17cm tall, separate into magnetically coupled sections
- The problem
- The product has has been identified as presenting a high risk of choking and internal injuries due to easy access to small parts, some of which possess an excessively high magnetic flux level.
- What to do
- The listings have been taken down. If you bought one, stop using it and contact the seller for a refund.
Product information
| Type | Toys – Magnetic blocks |
|---|---|
| AliExpress Item Number | 4001297790671 |
| Listing Name | Magnetic Robots Building Block Set Planet Guardian Robot Diy Stacking Deformation Robot Toy Educational Play For Children Gift |
| Country of Origin | China |
| Product description | Set of 5 robot figures, 15-17cm tall, separate into magnetically coupled sections |
| Product Report and Image | Link to Product Image and PDF |
Hazard
The product presents a high risk of choking as small magnetic small parts were produced during the abuse test from two of the nineteen assessed components. A young child may put a small part in its mouth and the parents may not notice in time, so the small part can block the child’s airways. Two of the small parts had a magnetic flux index in excess of the 50 kG2mm2 limit. 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.
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
OPSS is requiring the recall of the product from end users.
The listing has been removed by the online marketplace (AliExpress).
Additional information
PSD case number: 2206-0349
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 24 October 2022. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.