Magnetic Dart Boards Recalled By Henry Gordy Int'l; Ingested Magnets Pose Aspiration and Intestinal Hazards
CPSC Recall1 injuries · 2008-04-08 · 08244
Hazards
Small magnets at the ends of the darts can detach. Magnets found by young children can be swallowed or aspirated. If more than one magnet is swallowed, the magnets can attract each other and cause intestinal perforations or blockages, which can be fatal.
Recall
Number
08244
Date
2008-04-08
Injuries reported
1
Products
Names
Fun 'N Games Magnetic Dart Boards
Companies
Retailer(s)
Family Dollar stores nationwide from September 2002 through March 2008 for about $1.
Importer(s)
Henry Gordy International Inc., of Plainfield, N.J.
Country of manufacture
China
Description
This recall involves magnetic dartboards with a black, green, blue, and white checkered design, and a red bulls eye. The magnetic dartboards measure about 5 ½ inches wide and were sold with two 2 ¾-inch long magnetic darts. The darts magnetically attract to the dart board.