Small, highpowered magnetic toys sold via online marketplaces

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Description

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Brand

Unbranded

Shop

Unknown

Country of Origin

[Not provided]

Risk Level: Medium

These product present a risk of injuries as, when tested, the small magnets were found to have a magnetic flux index greater than the limit allowed of 50 kG²mm². Small, high-powered magnetic products can be easily swallowed and, when ingested, have the potential to cause serious internal injuries within the gastrointestinal tract.
The product does not meet the requirements of the Toys (Safety) Regulations 2011.

OPSS has issued a Safety Alert for small, high-powered magnetic products which can be accessed at the following link: https://www.gov.uk/product-safety-alerts-reports-recalls/product-safety-alert-small-high-powered-magnetic-products-psa1

Corrective Action

The listings have been removed by the respective online marketplace. The corrective measure for each product is shown in the above table, including withdrawal from the market and recall from end users.

We recommend owners stop using this product immediately. Contact the distributor you purchased from to request redress.

Product Type

Uncategorised

Document Type

Product Safety Report

Updated

2026-01-07

Summary

Product: 28 models of unbranded magnet toys sold via online marketplaces.

Hazard: The products present a risk of internal injuries as the magnets were found to have a magnetic flux index greater than the limit allowed of 50 kG²mm². Small, high-powered magnetic products can be easily swallowed and, when ingested, have the potential to cause serious internal injuries within the gastrointestinal tract.

Corrective action: The listings have been removed by the online marketplaces. We recommend owners stop using the product immediately and contact the distributor you purchased from to request redress.

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