Magnetic Construction Blocks
Choking, Injuries Toys Serious risk
| Alert Number | A12/01375/23 |
| Category | Toys |
| Risk Type | Choking, Injuries |
| Notifying Country | Cyprus |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Model Number | HD375A |
| Published | 16 June 2023 |
Risk Description
The product contains small parts (magnetic rods). A child may put them in the mouth and choke. Furthermore, the magnetised metal rods exceed the maximum permitted magnetic flux value (301.5 kG.mm²). If the items are swallowed, they could attract one another, causing intestinal blockage and/or perforation. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Toy Safety Directive nor with the European standard EN 71-1.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: ImporterCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal of the product from the marketDate of entry into force: 19/12/2022
Product Description
26 plastic building blocks (10 pieces prismatic and 16 pieces triangle) holding small high power magnets.