Gigicial magnetic ball point fidget pen (sold as “Fidget pen”, packaged in a plastic box, made in the People’s Republic of China) is being recalled. It contains small magnets with a high magnetic flux (measured up to 438 kg²mm²) that, if swallowed, could attract one another and cause intestinal blockage or perforation; it does not comply with the Toy Safety Directive and EN 71-1, and consumers are asked to return the product under a voluntary recall.
What's being recalled
Magnetic ball point fidget pen.
Packaging: Plastic box.
Country of origin: People's Republic of China.
How to identify it
Safety Gate alert SR/02719/26
Product name on the item: Fidget pen
The hazard
The toy consists of small magnets with high magnetic flux (measured value up to 438 kg²mm²). If a child swallows them, they could attract one another causing intestinal blockage or perforation.
The product does not comply with the requirements of the Toy Safety Directive nor with the European standard EN 71-1.
What to do
Product recall from consumers (voluntary, other).
The official notice
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