Federal Agency Orders Recall of Hazardous Magnetic-Ball Kits Sold at Walmart.com

Federal Agency Orders Recall of Hazardous Magnetic-Ball Kits Sold at Walmart.com
A Relax 5mm Science Kit. U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission via AP
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SAN FRANCISCO—A federal agency on Thursday recalled toys sold at Walmart.com containing powerful magnetic balls that could pose a hazard to children if swallowed.

The Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) said the balls, which are 5 millimeters (0.2 inches) in diameter, exceed federal standards for magnetic strength and could clump together to block parts of the digestive system when ingested.