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RecallCPSCcpsc-4252SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH

MEGA Brands Recalls Magtastik and Magnetix Jr. Pre-School Magnetic Toys; Ingested Magnets Pose Aspiration and Intestinal Hazards

Category
Units Affected
1
Recall Date
March 17, 2008
Issuing Agency
Hazard
Serious Injury Or Death
Wal-mart, Target, Toys R Us, K-mart And Other Toy Stores Nationwide From January 2005 Through December 2007 For Between $10 And $40. recall product photo 1

CPSC Recall Notice

Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-4252.

The Magtastik and Magnetix Jr. Pre-school Magnetic Toys include small flexible parts embedded with magnets that allow the parts to connect to large, colored metal balls. Name of Product Model # Magtastik Starter Set 427 40 Piece Tub 468 Magtastik Deluxe Set 428 Deluxe New Starter Set 467 Primary 429 Wonder Coaster 465 Primary Starter 431 Starter Set - New Parts 496 Car 434 Magnimals - Monkey 424 Helicopter 435 Magnimals - Dog 425 Fun Pack 448 Magnimals - Dinosaur 426 Jumbo 24 Piece Bag 456 Magnimals Assortment 423 Round Bag 461 Mag Mobile Assortment 433 12 Piece Mag Bag 462 Magnimals Pet Set 436 Target Bucket 466 Magnimals Bonus Pack 446 Easter Pack 469 The model number is printed on the front of the product's packaging.

Corrective Action (per CPSC)

Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-4252.

Consumers should stop using the recalled toys immediately and return them to MEGA Brands for a free replacement toy.

✅ What you should do

  1. Stop using the product if you own it.
  2. Check the model number, lot code, or sell-by date against the recall notice above.
  3. Contact Wal-mart, Target, Toys R Us, K-mart And Other Toy Stores Nationwide From January 2005 Through December 2007 For Between $10 And $40. or the retailer where you bought it for a refund, replacement, or repair.
  4. For the most current official instructions, visit the CPSC recall page.
  5. If you've been hurt by this product, report the incident to CPSC.

Consumer Contact (per CPSC)

Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-4252.

For additional information, contact MEGA Brands at (800) 779-7122 between 8 a.m. and 6 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.megabrands.com

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Wal-mart, Target, Toys R Us, K-mart And Other Toy Stores Nationwide From January 2005 Through December 2007 For Between $10 And $40. Recall FAQ

Wal-mart, Target, Toys R Us, K-mart And Other Toy Stores Nationwide From January 2005 Through December 2007 For Between $10 And $40. is the subject of a toys recall: MEGA Brands Recalls Magtastik and Magnetix Jr. Pre-School Magnetic Toys; Ingested Magnets Pose Aspiration and Intestinal Hazards. The notice was published on March 17, 2008 by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). Approximately 1 units are potentially affected.