CPSC recall 07-231, announced July 5, 2007, covers Kipp Brothers Mag Stix Magnetic Building Sets (about 800 units). Small magnets inside the plastic sticks can fall out. The notice cites 1 incident report. Consumers should immediately take these recalled toys away from children and contact Kipp Brothers for instructions on returning the product for a full refund (including shipping). Recall contact: call (800) 428-1153, or go to www.kipptoys.com.
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UPC or product codes
77704403301Which products are included?
The recalled Mag Stix sets contain 24 pieces including twelve 1-inch sticks, four 2.25-inch sticks, and eight metal balls. The sticks are yellow, green, blue and rust-colored. "Item No. 40330 Made in China" and UPC number 7 7704 40330 1 are printed on the packaging.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
Small magnets inside the plastic sticks can fall out. Magnets found by young children can be swallowed or aspirated. If more than one magnet is swallowed, the magnets can attract each other and cause intestinal perforation or blockage, which can be fatal.
Incidents and injuries
CPSC has received one report of an eight-year-old girl, who was hospitalized after swallowing loose magnets. Extensive surgery was required to remove the magnets and repair intestinal perforations.
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately take these recalled toys away from children and contact Kipp Brothers for instructions on returning the product for a full refund (including shipping).
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Kipp Brothers
- Product type
- Toys & play sets
- Recall number
- 07-231
- Units
- About 800
- Manufactured in
- China
- Sold at / sales period
- Kipp Brothers' showroom, Fall 2005 catalog and Web site (order # NB8141) from September 2005 through March 2006 for about $3.
- Distributor
- Kipp Brothers, of Carmel, Ind.
Mag Stix Magnetic Building Sets
CPSC product type: Toy Play Sets/Activity Sets
Recall contact information
For additional information, call Kipp Brothers at (800) 428-1153 between 8:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the Web site at www.kipptoys.com
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