A recall notice for Magnet Balls supplied by Digit Fidgets as if a child swallows more than one small high powered magnet, the magnets can stick together across the walls of the child’s intestine or other digestive tissue, which can lead to internal injuries and even death. The magnets may pose a choking hazard to young children (small parts).
Digit Fidgets - Magnet Balls
PRA No.
2021/19133
Date published
28 Jul 2021
Product description
Colourful magnetic balls, squish and crunch together for stress relief.
What are the defects?
The product contains small, high-powered magnets. The product exceeds the maximum allowable magnetic flux index set by the permanent ban on certain small, high powered magnets, prescribed in Consumer Protection Notice No 5 of 2012 ‘Imposition of permanent ban on small, high powered magnets’.
What are the hazards?
If a child swallows more than one small high powered magnet, the magnets can stick together across the walls of the child’s intestine or other digestive tissue, which can lead to internal injuries and even death. The magnets may pose a choking hazard to young children (small parts).
What should consumers do?
Consumers should immediately stop using the product. Digit Fidgets will contact consumers directly to organise a refund or replacement.
For more information, consumers can contact Digit Fidgets via email at sales@digitfidgets.com.au
Supplier
Where the product was sold
Nationally
Dates available for sale
- 5 June 2021 - 8 June 2021
Recall advertisements and supporting documentation
Recall advertisement.pdf (190.6 KB)
Responsible regulator
Australian Competition and Consumer Commission is the responsible regulator for this recall.