Generic Magnetic Ball Sets Recalled Due to Risk of Serious Injury or Death from Magnet Ingestion; Violates Mandatory Standard for Toys; Sold on Amazon by Ritons

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This CPSC action (record #26012) was formally reported on October 9, 2025. It is classified under Moderate severity, with a current status of Active. Yiwuyichengmaoyiyouxiangongsi, of China, doing business as Amazon seller Ritons is listed as the recalling firm. Federal records indicate About 5,800 units are affected.

The documented reason for this recall is: The recalled 3 mm magnetic ball sets violate the mandatory standard for toys because the magnet sets contain loose magnets posing an ingestion hazard to children. When high-powered magnets are swallowed, the ingested ma… Distribution information was not included in the agency filing, so consumers should assume broad potential exposure until the firm publishes point-of-sale details. The remedy documented by the agency is: Consumers should stop using the recalled magnetic ball sets immediately and take them away from children and contact Ritons for instructions on how to receive a refund. Ritons will provide a prepaid … — consumers holding this product should act on that instruction rather than relying on general guidance.

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