Magnetic Dart Boards Recalled By Henry Gordy Int'l; Ingested Magnets Pose Aspiration and Intestinal Hazards
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2008-04-08). Hazards: ingestion. About 870,000 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 08244 |
| Published | 2008-04-08 |
| Last updated | 2014-05-23 |
| Product category | Darts/Dart Boards |
| Products | Fun 'N Games Magnetic Dart Boards |
| Firms | Henry Gordy International Inc., of Plainfield, N.J. (importer) |
| Manufactured in | China |
| Units (US) | 870,000 |
| Hazard classes | ingestion |
| Remedy classes | refund |
| Sold | Family Dollar stores nationwide from September 2002 through March 2008 for about $1. |
Description
This recall involves magnetic dartboards with a black, green, blue, and white checkered design, and a red bulls eye. The magnetic dartboards measure about 5 ½ inches wide and were sold with two 2 ¾-inch long magnetic darts. The darts magnetically attract to the dart board.
Hazard
Small magnets at the ends of the darts can detach. 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.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately take the recalled magnetic boards away from children and return them by first class mail to: Henry Gordy International Inc., 809A Market Street, Hermann, MO 65041 for a full refund including tax and shipping costs.
Incidents and injuries
None reported.
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