CPSC recall 21179
Zen Magnets and Neoballs Magnets
- CPSC
- unknown
- Published 2021-08-17
On 2021-08-17 the CPSC announced a recall of Zen Magnets and Neoballs Magnets by Zen Magnets, citing when two or more high-powered magnets are swallowed, either accidentally or intentionally, the ingested magnets can attract to each other, or to another metal object, and become l….
| Agency | CPSC |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 21179 |
| Classification | Not classified |
| Status | unknown |
| Initiated | 2021-08-17 |
| Published | 2021-08-17 |
| Last updated | 2026-09-13 11:58 UTC |
| Company | Zen Magnets |
| Distribution | US |
Product
Zen Magnets and Neoballs Magnets | This mandatory recall involves all Zen Magnets and Neoballs magnets. Zen Magnets and Neoballs are high-powered 5 mm spherical magnets. Zen Magnets were sold individually and in sets of 72, 216 with 6 spares, and 1,728 with 8 spares. Neoballs were sold individually and in sets in the following colors: silver, gold, red, orange, green, red, blue, and purple. "Zen Magnets" or "Neoballs" is printed on the packaging.
Reason
When two or more high-powered magnets are swallowed, either accidentally or intentionally, the ingested magnets can attract to each other, or to another metal object, and become lodged in the digestive system. This can result in perforations, twisting and/or blockage of the intestines, infection, blood poisoning, and death.
Status history
No status changes recorded since RecallRadar first saw this recall on 2026-09-13 11:58 UTC. Current status: unknown.
Source
Official record: https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2021/Zen-Magnets-and-Neoballs-Magnets-Recalled-Due-to-Ingestion-Hazard
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