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WASHINGTON, D.C. - The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission,
in cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a
voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers
should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise
instructed.
Name of Product: Super Magnets
Units: About 2,800
Importer: Man's Trading Company, of Brisbane,
Calif.
Hazard: 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/Injuries: None reported.
Description: The 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.
Sold at: Dollar and gift stores nationwide from
September 2005 through November 2007 for about $1.
Manufactured in: China
Remedy: Consumers should take the recalled toy away
from children immediately and return them to the store where
purchased for a full refund.
Consumer Contact: 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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