CPSC recall 08-149, announced December 21, 2007, covers Man's Trading Super Magnets (about 2,800 units). The magnet attached to the bottom of a small toy panda can detach. The notice reports no incidents. Consumers should take the recalled toy away from children immediately and return them to the store where purchased for a full refund. Recall contact: call (800) 388-7228, or email mtcmans@aol.com.
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The CPSC data does not provide a discrete model-number list for this record. Compare the product description and identification details on the official notice.
Which products are included?
The ½-inch toys are shaped and painted to resemble panda bears. A small magnet is attached to the bottom of the toy. "Super Magnets" and the MTC logo are printed on the front of the packaging. The magnet toys are sold eight to a package.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The magnet attached to the bottom of a small toy panda can detach. If swallowed or aspirated by young children, the magnets can attract each other internally and cause intestinal perforations or blockages, which can be fatal.
Incidents and injuries
None reported.
Official remedy
Consumers should take the recalled toy away from children immediately and return them to the store where purchased for a full refund.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Man's Trading
- Product type
- Toys & play sets
- Recall number
- 08-149
- Units
- About 2,800
- Manufactured in
- China
- Sold at / sales period
- Dollar and gift stores nationwide from September 2005 through November 2007 for about $1.
- Importer
- Man's Trading Company, of Brisbane, Calif.
Super Magnets
CPSC product type: Magnets
Recall contact information
For additional information, contact MTC at (800) 388-7228 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday. Consumers can also e-mail the firm at mtcmans@aol.com
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