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CPSCCPSC · Consumer products·Recall number 13112

Magnet Balls® Manipulative Magnet Sets

Published January 31, 2013

Summary

CPSC records recall 13112, published January 31, 2013. Recalling firm: SCS Direct Inc., of Stratford, Conn.; Reported units: About 106,000.

What's the hazard

When two or more 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.

What to do

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled magnets and contact SCS Direct for instructions on returning the product for a $20 store credit.

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Recall details

Brand
SCS Direct Inc., of Stratford, Conn.
Manufacturer
SCS Direct Inc., of Stratford, Conn.
Distributor
Amazon.com from August 2010 through May 2012 for about $20.
Country
US

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Questions about this recall

Was Magnet Balls® Manipulative Magnet Sets recalled?

Yes. CPSC published recall 13112 on January 31, 2013. Reported hazard: When two or more 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.

What should I do if I have this product?

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled magnets and contact SCS Direct for instructions on returning the product for a $20 store credit.

How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?

Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: SCS Direct Inc., of Stratford, Conn..

View official CPSC notice(opens on cpsc.gov)