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April 20th, 2007

More Magnetix Magnetic Toys Recalled

Mega Brands America, Inc. has expanded its recall of the dreaded Magnetix sets. The US Consumer Product Safety Commission has more information. A Mom at Magnets Can Kill has a comprehensive history of Magnetix magnetic toy injuries and recalls.
To date, CPSC and Mega Brands are aware of one death, one aspiration and 27 intestinal injuries. […]

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October 30th, 2006

LEGO Christmas Stocking Stuffers

Check out these cute LEGO magnets! My brother-in-law’s friends at Wine Ought also has magnets and wine charms in the shape of Connect Four, Scrabble, Life, Trivial Pursuit, and Sorry! playing pieces. Perfect for the game loving family!

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April 9th, 2006

Toy Talk #5: Magnets Can Kill

Over the past few weeks, Play Library readers have been discussing the harm Magnetix can cause if swallowed. ProductSafetyMom aka A Mom has been keeping track of the controversy at her blog Magnets Can Kill. She writes of the purpose of her blog which is at MSN Spaces:
This Space is maintained in honor of Kenny […]

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March 31st, 2006

Magnetix Toy Recall

Following up on my previous warning about the dangers of swallowing parts from the Magnetix toy, the company has decided to officially recall 3.8 million kits. The Consumer Product Safety Commission has received reports of 34 incidents. And reader Melissa wrote to tell us about her family’s near death experiences with Magnetix.
My son […]

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