Magnetopia Recalls Magnetic Building Cubes and Blocks Due to Risk of Serious Injury or Death from Magnet Ingestion Hazard

Reported by CPSC · November 5 at 12:00 AM · Summary by Wall & Wick

The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission announced a recall of Magnetopia-branded Magnetic Building Cubes and Blocks, sold in sets of 60, 100, 150 and 200. The cubes contain small, powerful magnets that can come loose if a cube breaks or opens, and swallowed magnets can lodge in the intestines. Owners are told to stop using the cubes and contact Magnetopia for a full refund.

Background

Magnets that are swallowed can attract each other across the intestinal wall, which can cause tears, blockages or infection. Recalls of this kind are usually classed by how serious the hazard is, and firms typically must stop sales and offer a remedy such as a refund or return label. Federal law also bars selling products covered by a recall.

Why it matters

Magnetic cube sets are often kept in living rooms, playrooms and bedrooms, so an owner who displays or stores them should know whether their set is affected.

What you can do

Check the model number on the back of the packaging against the recall list, store the cubes out of children's reach, and contact Magnetopia by email or at its recall website for a refund.

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Written by Wall & Wick from the report by CPSC. Background is general information, not advice about your home; if you are worried, call your vet.