December 11, 2025 – A recent incident report highlights a significant safety concern involving HOMiDEK whiteboard markers sold on Amazon, where small magnetic pieces have repeatedly detached, presenting a severe choking hazard to young children and pets.
Product Details
*Note: A specific model number for the HOMiDEK marker or whiteboard was not provided in the incident report.*
Incident Overview
On November 13, 2025, an incident was reported concerning a HOMiDEK whiteboard marker. The consumer noted that the small magnetic piece, designed to attach the marker to a whiteboard, repeatedly came out of the marker casing. Initially, the consumer was able to simply reinsert the magnet. However, after it detached a third time, the magnet was discovered by the consumer’s 2-year-old child. Fortunately, the child’s 3-year-old sibling intervened, handing the magnet to an adult and asking what it was, preventing a potential choking incident. No injuries were reported, but the incident underscored the serious risk posed by the easily detachable magnets, not only to young children but also to infants and household pets. The report emphasized that the magnetic pieces on these markers consistently come loose.
Safety Concerns
The primary safety concern identified in this incident is the severe choking hazard posed by the small, detachable magnetic pieces.
- Immediate Dangers: Small parts, like the magnets from these markers, are a known choking hazard for children under three years old. If swallowed, they can block the airway, leading to suffocation. The quick discovery by an older sibling averted a tragedy in this particular instance, but similar situations could have far graver outcomes.
- Long-Term Risks (if swallowed): Beyond immediate choking, if a child or pet swallows one or more magnets, there are significant internal risks. Multiple ingested magnets can attract each other across intestinal walls, causing serious internal injuries such as perforations, twisting, blockages, infection, and even death. These injuries often require emergency surgery.
- Who Might Be Affected: Young children (especially toddlers and infants) are particularly vulnerable due to their tendency to explore objects by putting them in their mouths. Pets, especially curious cats or dogs, are also at risk. Adults supervising children may not always be aware of the detached magnet until it’s too late.
- Property Damage Potential: While the primary concern is personal safety, the detachment of components can also diminish the product’s functionality, though no property damage was noted in this specific report.
What Consumers Should Do
Consumers who own HOMiDEK whiteboard markers, especially those purchased from Amazon, should take immediate action to ensure safety:
- Immediate Steps to Take:
* Stop using the markers immediately if the magnets are loose or detaching.
* Keep these markers out of the reach of young children, infants, and pets.
* Inspect all HOMiDEK whiteboard markers you own for any signs of loose or detaching magnets.
* If a magnet detaches or seems loose, discontinue use and safely dispose of the marker.
- How to Check if They Own the Affected Product: Check the brand name “HOMiDEK” on your whiteboard markers. While a specific model was not provided, assume any HOMiDEK whiteboard markers with magnets are potentially affected given the incident description.
- Prevention Measures:
* Store all small, magnetic items securely away from children and pets.
* Educate older children about the dangers of small magnets and to report if they find one.
* Consider using whiteboard markers that do not have magnets, or have them integrated in a way that prevents detachment.
- Reporting Procedures: If you experience a similar incident or find that the magnets on your HOMiDEK markers are loose, please report it to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) at www.cpsc.gov. Your reports are crucial for identifying hazards and initiating potential recalls.
Manufacturer’s Response
As of the date of this post, the manufacturer, TRIIIGRO (SHANGHAI) BRAND MANAGEMENT CO., LTD., has not provided a response to this incident report.
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Note: This information is based on incident reports provided by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. If you find information that is incorrect, please contact us immediately so we can correct the post to reflect accurate information.
Disclaimer: The information provided in this post is not intended to be legal or medical advice. This article is based on publicly available incident reports. The incidents mentioned have not necessarily been independently verified or adjudicated.