Buckyballs Magnet Sets – Safety Violation (2010)
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According to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC)
Product
Buckyballs® High Powered Magnets Sets
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Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
A manufacturer is recalling Buckyballs® High Powered Magnets Sets. The hazard is: The high powered magnets sets were labeled "Ages 13+" and do not meet the mandatory toy standard F96. Based on CPSC recall notice.
Summary derived from CPSC notice
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Reason for Recall
As stated by CPSC
This recall involves the Buckyballs® high powered magnets sets labeled "Ages 13+". The set contains 216 powerful rare earth magnets. It is intended to build unlimited shapes and patterns. Since March 2010, Buckyballs® high powered magnets sets were labeled "Keep Away From All Children" and are not being recalled.
Reported concern (CPSC)
The high powered magnets sets were labeled "Ages 13+" and do not meet the mandatory toy standard F963-08 (effective August 17, 2009) which requires that such powerful magnets are not sold for children under 14. Magnets found by young children can be swallowed or aspirated. If more than one magnet is swallowed, the magnets can attract each other and cause intestinal perforations or blockages, which can be fatal.
Recommended Action
Per CPSC guidance
Consumers should take the Buckyballs® high powered magnets sets labeled "Ages 13+" away from children under 14 immediately and contact Maxfield and Oberton for instructions on receiving a refund upon return of a complete set of magnets.
Verify this information on the official source
For complete details and official instructions, check the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) directly.
View official CPSC recall noticePage updated: Jan 6, 2026