Small, high-powered magnetic toys sold via online marketplaces
- The problem
- The products present a risk of internal injuries as the magnets were found to have a magnetic flux index 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.
Product information
| Product Number | PSD Case Number | Online Marketplace | Image and PDF | Corrective Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Product 1 | 2202-0073 | Wish | Link to product image and PDF | Withdrawal from the market. |
| Product 2 | 2202-0102 | OnBuy | Link to product image and PDF | Withdrawal from the market. |
| Product 3 | 2202-0074 | Wish | Link to product image and PDF | Withdrawal from the market. |
| Product 4 | 2202-0075 | Wish | Link to product image and PDF | Withdrawal from the market. |
| Product 5 | 2204-0231 | Ecrater | Link to product image and PDF | Withdrawal from the market. |
| Product 6 | 2202-0103 | Gumtree | Link to product image and PDF | Withdrawal from the market. |
| Product 7 | 2202-0100 | OnBuy | Link to product image and PDF | Recall from end users. |
| Product 8 | 2202-0066 | eBay | Link to product image and PDF | Withdrawal from the market. |
| Product 9 | 2203-0054 | Wish | Link to product image and PDF | Withdrawal from the market. |
| Product 10 | 2202-0076 | Wish | Link to product image and PDF | Recall from end users. |
| Product 11 | 2202-0078 | Amazon | Link to product image and PDF | Recall from end users. |
| Product 12 | 2202-0079 | Amazon | Link to product image and PDF | Recall from end users. |
| Product 13 | 2202-0082 | Amazon | Link to product image and PDF | Recall from end users. |
| Product 14 | 2202-0083 | Amazon | Link to product image and PDF | Recall from end users. |
| Product 15 | 2202-0084 | Amazon | Link to product image and PDF | Recall from end users. |
| Product 16 | 2202-0086 | Amazon | Link to product image and PDF | Withdrawal from the market. |
| Product 17 | 2202-0087 | Etsy | Link to product image and PDF | Recall from end users. |
| Product 18 | 2202-0088 | Etsy | Link to product image and PDF | Recall from end users. |
| Product 19 | 2204-0232 | Ecrater | Link to product image and PDF | Withdrawal from the market. |
| Product 20 | 2204-0228 | Ecrater | Link to product image and PDF | Recall from end users. |
| Product 21 | 2204-0229 | Ecrater | Link to product image and PDF | Withdrawal from the market. |
| Product 22 | 2202-0101 | OnBuy | Link to product image and PDF | Recall from end users. |
| Product 23 | 2203-0491 | AliExpress | Link to product image and PDF | Withdrawal from the market. |
| Product 24 | 2203-0496 | AliExpress | Link to product image and PDF | Withdrawal from the market. |
| Product 25 | 2203-0497 | AliExpress | Link to product image and PDF | Recall from end users. |
| Product 26 | 2203-0498 | AliExpress | Link to product image and PDF | Recall from end users. |
| Product 27 | 2203-0499 | AliExpress | Link to product image and PDF | Withdrawal from the market. |
| Product 28 | 2204-0200 | Ecrater | Link to product image and PDF | Withdrawal from the market. |
Hazard
These product present a risk of injuries as, when tested, the small magnets were found to have a magnetic flux index 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 product does not meet the requirements of the Toys (Safety) Regulations 2011.
OPSS has issued a 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
The listings have been removed by the respective online marketplace. The corrective measure for each product is shown in the above table, including withdrawal from the market and recall from end users.
We recommend owners stop using this product immediately. Contact the distributor you purchased from to request redress.
Additional information
PSD case numbers shown in above table.
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 14 June 2022. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.