A magnetic ball set sold at Walmart has been recalled because it does not meet federal safety standards and could be fatal if swallowed.
The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission said it estimates there were 2,400 cases of magnet ingestion treated in emergency rooms from 2017 to 2021. Seven deaths have been linked to magnet ingestion, five in the United States and two in other parts of the world.
According to the commission’s announcement, in December 2023, Joybuy purchased the Relax 5mm Science Kit, Large Hematite, which was sold exclusively online at Walmart from February 2022 to April 2023 for $14 to $15. announced a recall for magnets and magnetic building blocks.
“The recalled 5mm magnetic ball set contains one or more magnets that fit within the small parts cylinder of the CPSC and is stronger than the magnets are allowed to meet the mandatory federal magnet regulation requirements. does not meet the requirements.”
“If you swallow a strong magnet, the swallowed magnets can become attracted to each other or to another metal object, which can cause a blockage in your digestive system. This can lead to intestinal perforation, twisting or blockage. , infection, sepsis and death,” the committee said.
Joybuy’s multi-colored magnetic balls were sold in sets of 216 pieces in a plastic case and tin storage box. The set comes with a black storage bag.
Those who purchase the set will receive a prepaid label to return it for a refund.
For more information, call Joybuy Marketplace Express at 302-426-4543 from noon to 8 p.m., Monday through Friday. Or send an email to overseea-service@jd.com.
Over the past few years, the commission has issued numerous warnings about the dangers associated with allowing children to play with powerful magnetic balls.