Warning: Recall of Magnetic Chess Game Sold by JOMO due to Ingestion Hazard

The Consumer Product and Safety Commission is warning consumers about a dangerous magnetic chess game that poses serious ingestion risks for children. The game, sold by China-based seller JOMO, contains magnets that do not comply with U.S. federal safety regulations, making them a hazard for children.

The CPSC has issued a warning urging people to immediately dispose of the Magnetic Chess Games sold by JOMO, as the loose magnets in the game can cause serious injury or even death if ingested. Despite issuing a violation notice to JOMO, the company has not agreed to recall the product or provide a remedy, prompting the commission to advise consumers to stop using the game and throw it away.

Experts have highlighted the dangers of swallowing magnets, especially for children, as they can attract each other or other metal objects in the body and cause blockages, infections, blood poisoning, or even death. The CPSC estimates that thousands of magnet ingestions are treated in hospitals annually, with several related deaths reported over the years.

Consumers who have purchased the Magnetic Chess Games from JOMO are urged to immediately dispose of the product to prevent any potential harm to children. The CPSC is continuing to investigate the issue and is working to ensure the safety of all toys and products sold in the market.