Toys with magnets – Magnetix MagnaMan magnetic action figures.
Check against the official notice below — it lists the full affected range.
Magnetix MagnaMan magnetic action figures sold by MEGA Brands pose a choking and serious injury hazard. The figures contain small magnets that can detach and be swallowed by young children. If a child swallows more than one magnet, the magnets can attract each other inside the body, potentially causing intestinal perforations or blockages, which can be fatal. The affected product includes multiple model numbers including Izor the futuristic alien and One-Eyed Jack figures.
The importer has voluntarily withdrawn the product from the market and initiated a recall. Affected consumers should contact the importer or retailer for instructions on returning the product or receiving a remedy, though this recall notice does not specify what action consumers should take.
Written by software from the official notice below. Not reviewed by a lawyer.
The product poses a risk of choking and injuries. Small magnets inside the figures can be detached. Magnets found by young children can be swallowed or aspirated. If more than one magnet is swallowed, the magnets can attract each other causing intestinal perforations or blockages, which can be fatal.
Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): OtherCategory of measure(s): Voluntary withdrawal from the market and recall from consumers by the importer.Date of entry into force: Unknown
Magnetix MagnaMan figures for build and rebuild action. Assortment includes Izor the futuristic alien and One-Eyed Jack featuring a body shield. Package warnings are: CAUTION: Do not ingest or inhale magnets. Attraction of magnets in the body may cause serious injury and require medical care. ! WARNING: CHOKING HAZARD – Small parts. Toy contains a small ball. Not for children under 3 years. Not suitable for children under 3 years. Logo. Model: 28170 – 072348281700, 28198 – 072348281984,28171 – 072348281717,28327 – 072348283278,28172 – 072348281724,28175 – 072348281755,28173 – 072348281731,28393 – 072348283933,28164 – 072348281649,28392 – 072348283926,28165 – 072348281656,28327 – 072348283278. Notifying country: United Kingdom
Official record: EU Safety Gate ↗
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