Super Magnet Toys Recalled by MTC Due to Aspiration and Intestinal Hazards
USSuper Magnet Toys Recalled by MTC Due to Aspiration and Intestinal Hazards
Reason for Recall / Hazard
The magnet attached to the bottom of a small toy panda can detach. If swallowed or aspirated by young children, the magnets can attract each other internally and cause intestinal perforations or blockages, which can be fatal.
Product Description & Identification
The ½-inch toys are shaped and painted to resemble panda bears. A small magnet is attached to the bottom of the toy. "Super Magnets" and the MTC logo are printed on the front of the packaging. The magnet toys are sold eight to a package.
Affected Products
Super Magnets
Additional Source Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2008/Super-Magnet-Toys-Recalled-by-MTC-Due-to-Aspiration-and-Intestinal-Hazards |
| Title | Super Magnet Toys Recalled by MTC Due to Aspiration and Intestinal Hazards |
| Images › U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/~/link/464d5e50ed234c95b4f27d1b54c2b5eb.jpg |
| Images › Caption | Recalled Super Magnet Toys |
| Hazards › Name | The magnet attached to the bottom of a small toy panda can detach. If swallowed or aspirated by young children, the magnets can attract each other internally and cause intestinal perforations or blockages, which can be fatal. |
| Injuries › Name | None reported. |
| Products › Name | Super Magnets |
| Products › Type | Magnets |
| Products › Category I D | 2035 |
| Products › Number Of Units | About 2,800 |
| Recall I D | 4168 |
| Remedies › Name | Consumers should take the recalled toy away from children immediately and return them to the store where purchased for a full refund. |
| Importers › Name | Man's Trading Company, of Brisbane, Calif. |
| Retailers › Name | Dollar and gift stores nationwide from September 2005 through November 2007 for about $1. |
| Recall Date | 2007-12-21T00:00:00 |
| Description | The ½-inch toys are shaped and painted to resemble panda bears. A small magnet is attached to the bottom of the toy. "Super Magnets" and the MTC logo are printed on the front of the packaging. The magnet toys are sold eight to a package. |
| Recall Number | 08149 |
| Consumer Contact | For additional information, contact MTC at (800) 388-7228 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday. Consumers can also e-mail the firm at mtcmans@aol.com |
| Last Publish Date | 2014-05-23T00:00:00 |
| Manufacturer Countries › Country | China |
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