Product Safety Report: 15pcs Plastic Magnetic Fishing Set (2108-0306)
Product Safety Report for 15pcs Plastic Magnetic Fishing Set presenting a high risk of choking and injuries
Summary
Product: 15pcs Plastic Magnetic Fishing Set
Hazard: The product presents a high risk of choking as the magnetic component of the fishing rod became accessible and could be swallowed. If two or more magnets were swallowed, there is a risk that the magnets become drawn to each other in the digestive system, which could cause serious injury or death if medical attention is not sought immediately.
Corrective action: We recommend owners stop using this product immediately. The listing has been removed from the online marketplace (AliExpress)
Product information
| Type | Toys - Magnetic Fishing Toy |
|---|---|
| SKU | 4001118448877 |
| Country of Origin | China |
| Product description | Plastic magnetic fishing toy packaged in yellow and blue cardboard packaging. Fishing rods contain small magnets on the end of the line, to attach to the magnets on the small plastic fish. |
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Hazard
The product presents a high risk of choking as the magnetic component of the fishing rod became accessible at forces less than the permissible minimum which fit entirely within the small parts cylinder. The product also presents a risk of injuries as the magnetic flux index of these parts is 76 kG²mm², greater than the limit of 50 kG²mm².
If two or more magnets were swallowed, there is a risk that the magnets become drawn to each other in the digestive system, which could cause serious injury or death if medical attention is not sought immediately. Additionally, the product does not meet all the marking requirements of the relevant standard, including warnings relating to specific hazards.
The product does not meet the requirements of the Toys (Safety) Regulations 2011.
Corrective action
We recommend owners stop using this product immediately. Contact the distributor you purchased from to request redress.
The listing has been removed from the online marketplace (AliExpress)
Additional information
PSD case number: 2108-0306
Notified by: Office for Product Safety and Standards