Magnetix Magnetic Building Set Recall Expanded Serious Injuries Continue to be Reported to CPSC
CPSC Recall1 injuries · 2007-04-19 · 07164
Hazards
If a child swallows more than one tiny powerful magnet detached from the plastic building pieces or one such magnet and a metallic object, the objects can attract to each other inside the intestines and cause perforations and/or blockage, which can be fatal, if not treated immediately.
Recall
Number
07164
Date
2007-04-19
Injuries reported
1
Products
Names
Magnetix Magnetic Building Sets
Companies
Retailer(s)
Mass merchants and other toy and arts and crafts stores nationwide for between $20 and $60, depending on the size of the set.
Importer(s)
Mega Brands America, Inc.
Country of manufacture
China
Description
These magnetic building sets contain up to 250 plastic building pieces and 1/2-inch diameter steel balls. The building pieces include 1 1/2-inch squares, 1-inch triangles, cylinder rods, flexors, connectors, x-tenders, and curves and come in an assortment of colors such as metallic, primary, translucent, and glow in the dark. The recall includes all sets, except newer Magnetix sets sold since March 31, 2006, that are age-labeled 6+ and sets that contain the following caution label: "CAUTION: Do not ingest or inhale magnets. Attraction of magnets in the body may cause serious injury and require immediate medical care."