Recalls / 2007-01-18
Geometix International LLC Recalls MagneBlocks™ Toys, Ingested Magnets Pose Aspiration and Intestinal Hazards
07085 · Recalled 2007-01-18 · CPSC page
Description
All types of MagneBlocks™ construction sets are included in this recall. The sets contain six or more plastic building pieces and six or more 1/2-inch diameter steel balls. Some sets include steel rods. The building pieces are various colors and are shaped in 1 1/2-inch cubes and three-, four-, and five-sided pyramids. The plastic building pieces have "MagneBlocks™" imprinted on them.
Hazards
Tiny magnets inside the building pieces can fall out. 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 perforation or blockage, which can be fatal.
Reported injuries
The firm is aware of one incident where a magnet became loose. No injuries have been reported.
Remedy
CPSC recommends children under 6 years of age not play with toys containing magnets. If a magnet comes out of one of the blocks in these sets, immediately remove the block from the set and send it to Geometix International for a free replacement block.
Products
| Name | Model | Units |
|---|---|---|
| MagneBlocks™ Magnetic Construction Toys | About 40,000 sets |
Parties
- Distributor
- Geometix International LLC, of Brookfield, Conn.
- Made in
- China
- Sold at
- Discount department, toy stores, Web sites, other toy, arts, $120
Consumer contact
For additional information, contact Geometix International at (866) 775-0265 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit Geometix International's Web site at www.magneblocks.com
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Source: CPSC recall 07085. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.