Sobeauty Recalls "Mag Cube" Magnetic Ball Sets Due to Risk of Ingestion by Children That Could Cause Serious and Permanent Intestinal Injuries or Death (Recall Alert)
USSobeauty Recalls "Mag Cube" Magnetic Ball Sets Due to Risk of Ingestion by Children That Could Cause Serious and Permanent Intestinal Injuries or Death (Recall Alert)
Motivo del Retiro / Peligro
TranslatedThe recalled magnet sets contain high-powered magnets and violate the federal standard for children's toys. When two or more high-powered magnets are swallowed, they can link together inside a child's intestines and clamp onto body tissues, causing intestinal obstructions, perforations, sepsis and death. Internal injury from magnets can pose serious lifelong health effects.
Descripción del Producto e Identificación
TranslatedThis recall includes "Mag Cube" magnetic ball sets labeled as "3D MAGNETIC PUZZLE", "MAGCUBE BUCKYBALLS" and "JOYNOTE" with "MAG CUBE" on the back of the box. The magnet ball sets contain 216 spherical high-power rare earth magnets. The gold-colored spherical magnets are about 3 millimeters in diameter each, and the red, orange, yellow, green, blue, and purple-colored spherical magnets are about 5 millimeters in diameter each. The box contains: a drum-shape, dark blue-colored metal container, a black velvet pouch, a plastic separator, and an instructional paper. "MAG CUBE" and "BUCKYBALLS" are printed on the metal container. The metal container has the following cautionary statement "WARNING Keep Away From All Children! Do not put in nose or mouth. This product contains small magnet(s). Swallowed magnets can stick together across intestines causing serious infections and death. Seek immediate medical attention if magnet(s) are swallowed or inhaled. AGES 14+."
Productos Afectados
TranslatedMag Cube magnetic ball sets
Additional Source Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2020/Sobeauty-Recalls-Mag-Cube-Magnetic-Ball-Sets-Due-to-Risk-of-Ingestion-by-Children-That-Could-Cause-Serious-and-Permanent-Intestinal-Injuries-or-Death-Recall-Alert |
| Title | Sobeauty Recalls "Mag Cube" Magnetic Ball Sets Due to Risk of Ingestion by Children That Could Cause Serious and Permanent Intestinal Injuries or Death (Recall Alert) |
| Images › 1 › U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/s3fs-public/1_56.png |
| Images › 1 › Caption | Recalled Mag Cube magnetic ball sets |
| Images › 2 › U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/s3fs-public/2_42.png |
| Images › 2 › Caption | Recalled Mag Cube Buckyballs in metal container |
| Images › 3 › U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/s3fs-public/3_28.png |
| Images › 3 › Caption | Warning Label on recalled Mag Cube metal container |
| Images › 4 › U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/s3fs-public/4_23.png |
| Images › 4 › Caption | Recalled Mag Cube magnetic ball sets |
| Images › 5 › U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/s3fs-public/5_13.png |
| Images › 5 › Caption | Recalled Mag Cube magnetic ball set contents |
| Hazards › Name | The recalled magnet sets contain high-powered magnets and violate the federal standard for children's toys. When two or more high-powered magnets are swallowed, they can link together inside a child's intestines and clamp onto body tissues, causing intestinal obstructions, perforations, sepsis and death. Internal injury from magnets can pose serious lifelong health effects. |
| Injuries › Name | None reported with these recalled magnet sets. CPSC staff has received numerous incident reports of ingestions involving other small, high-powered magnets, including many that required surgery. |
| Products › Name | Mag Cube magnetic ball sets |
| Products › Number Of Units | About 600 magnetic ball sets |
| Recall I D | 8813 |
| Remedies › Name | Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled magnetic balls and take them away from children. If you purchased the recalled magnetic balls for someone else, notify the recipient immediately. Consumers should contact Sobeauty Inc. for instructions on returning your product and receiving a full refund including taxes and the original shipping cost. |
| Importers › Name | Sobeauty Inc., of Port Jefferson Station, N.Y. |
| Retailers › Name | Online at Walmart.com from March 2018 through December 2019 for between $13 and $20. |
| Recall Date | 2020-05-07T00:00:00 |
| Description | This recall includes "Mag Cube" magnetic ball sets labeled as "3D MAGNETIC PUZZLE", "MAGCUBE BUCKYBALLS" and "JOYNOTE" with "MAG CUBE" on the back of the box. The magnet ball sets contain 216 spherical high-power rare earth magnets. The gold-colored spherical magnets are about 3 millimeters in diameter each, and the red, orange, yellow, green, blue, and purple-colored spherical magnets are about 5 millimeters in diameter each. The box contains: a drum-shape, dark blue-colored metal container, a black velvet pouch, a plastic separator, and an instructional paper. "MAG CUBE" and "BUCKYBALLS" are printed on the metal container. The metal container has the following cautionary statement "WARNING Keep Away From All Children! Do not put in nose or mouth. This product contains small magnet(s). Swallowed magnets can stick together across intestines causing serious infections and death. Seek immediate medical attention if magnet(s) are swallowed or inhaled. AGES 14+." |
| Recall Number | 20741 |
| Remedy Options › Option | Refund |
| Consumer Contact | Sobeauty Inc. toll-free at 844-946-7437 anytime or email at recall@sobeautyinc.com for more information. |
| Last Publish Date | 2020-05-07T00:00:00 |
| Manufacturer Countries › Country | China |
Consumer Action Protocol: What You Should Do Immediately
Safety StepsCheck the model number, serial number, and date stamp on the rating label on the back or underside of the product.
Immediately discontinue using the product. Unplug electrical items and keep juvenile items out of reach of children.
Under statutory consumer protection rules, consumers are entitled to a full refund, certified replacement, or free repair kit without needing the original sales receipt.
If you suffered an injury, illness, or property damage from this product, file an official incident report with regulatory authorities (CPSC).
Your Legal Rights as a Consumer
Recalls are legally binding corrective safety actions overseen by statutory government bodies. Recalling entities are legally prohibited from charging consumers for official safety remedies. If a retailer or dealership refuses your recall remedy, notify the issuing regulatory agency immediately.
Frequently Asked Questions About This Recall
FAQ GuideQ1:What should I do immediately if I own or bought Sobeauty Recalls "Mag Cube" Magnetic Ball Sets Due to Risk of Ingestion by Children That Could Cause Serious and Perm...?
Immediately stop using the product and keep it out of reach of children. Disconnect power if electrical, and do not attempt makeshift home repairs.
Q2:Can I get a full refund or free repair for this recall?
Yes. Recalling manufacturers and retail merchants are required under consumer protection regulations to offer a statutory remedy—typically a full refund, certified repair kit, or replacement unit.
Q3:Do I need my original sales receipt to claim a remedy or refund?
In most recall cases, no receipt is required. Because safety recalls are matters of public health and statutory compliance, retailers and manufacturers routinely issue refunds, store credit, or replacement kits upon presentation of the affected product or lot code.
Q4:Where can I verify official information for this safety alert?
This safety alert is aggregated directly from official regulatory agency records (CPSC). You can click the 'Official Agency Alert' link on this page to view the primary government notice and contact the manufacturer directly.
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