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Product Safety Report for a magnetic balls toy presenting a medium risk of choking and injuries.
Product: DIY Metal Neodymium Magic 5mm Magnet Magnetic Balls Blocks Cube Construction Building Toys Colorful Arts Crafts Toy
Hazard: The product presents medium risk of choking due to small parts being present and injuries due to magnetic flux index being greater than a limit.
Corrective action: Removal of the listing from the online marketplace (AliExpress).
The product presents a risk of choking as the magnetic spheres fit entirely within the small parts cylinder. The product also presents a risk of injuries as the magnetic spheres were tested and found to have a magnetic flux index of 222 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.
The product does not meet the requirements of the Toys (Safety) Regulations 2011.
We recommend owners stop using this product immediately. Contact the distributor you purchased from, to request redress.
Product has been removed by the online marketplace (AliExpress).
Notified by: Office for Product Safety and Standards
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