Another Magnetix Toy Recall
May 20, 2007 by Kerri Aldrich
Filed under Children's Toys, News and Links about Children's Things
As is quite evident from the many comments that Hsien received on this post, many Play Library readers are very concerned about the Magnetix toys and the hazards involved with swallowing magnetic parts of the toys.
It seems that there is yet another massive recall of older Magnetix toys about to occur. ImediNews reports the following:
Mega Brands Inc. has revealed it will institute a worldwide recall of older Megnetix toys in light of a recent Chicago Tribune investigation.
The Tribune said Saturday that based on its recent investigative series into the controversial toys, the international manufacturer announced that all older versions …read more
More Magnetix Magnetic Toys Recalled
April 20, 2007 by Lei
Filed under Product Recalls
Mega Brands America, Inc. has expanded its recall of the dreaded Magnetix sets. The US Consumer Product Safety Commission has more information. A Mom at Magnets Can Kill has a comprehensive history of Magnetix magnetic toy injuries and recalls.
To date, CPSC and Mega Brands are aware of one death, one aspiration and 27 intestinal injuries. Emergency surgical intervention was needed in all but one case. At least 1,500 incidents of magnets separating from the building pieces have been reported. Although the hazard was initially thought to be a problem primarily for children younger than six, it has since been learned …read more
