December 17, 2025 – A potential choking and ingestion hazard has been reported involving a children’s toy, identified as an “8in1 Engineering Deformation Mecha.” The incident describes a small, powerful magnet detaching from the toy, posing a significant risk to young children, including a 4-year-old and a 1-year-old in the household.
Product Details
Product Description: 8in1 Engineering Deformation Mecha Toy (Transformer Set)
Specific Brand Name: Unknown
Incident Overview
The incident, reported on November 30, 2025, involved an “8in1 Engineering Deformation Mecha” toy, described as a transformer set featuring small construction vehicles that connect magnetically to form a larger Mecha action figure. The toy is marketed for children aged 3 years and older. The reporter stated that their 4-year-old child plays with the toy.
According to the report, one of the toy’s pieces lost a small magnet. The magnet, described as having the width of a pencil eraser, was previously attached but is now missing and cannot be found. The detachment of the magnet was not observed, but its absence was noted, confirming it fell out at some point. The reporter expressed immediate concern for the safety of both their 4-year-old and 1-year-old children due to the small size and potential hazard of the missing magnet.
Safety Concerns
The detachment and loss of a small, powerful magnet from a children’s toy present severe safety concerns, particularly for infants and young children.
- Immediate Dangers: Small magnets, especially those the size of a pencil eraser, are a significant choking hazard for young children who may put objects in their mouths. Choking can lead to immediate respiratory distress, brain damage, or death.
- Ingestion Hazard: If ingested, small magnets pose a critical and life-threatening risk. When two or more powerful magnets are swallowed, or a magnet is swallowed along with another metallic object, they can attract each other through the walls of the intestines. This attraction can pinch and perforate intestinal tissue, leading to severe injuries such as intestinal obstruction, tissue death, blood poisoning (sepsis), and even death. Even a single magnet can cause obstruction if it gets lodged.
- Who Might Be Affected: Infants, toddlers, and young children (especially those under 6 years old) are most at risk due to their tendency to explore objects by mouthing them. The presence of a 1-year-old in the household, as mentioned in the report, significantly heightens the risk.
- Long-term Risks: Internal injuries from magnet ingestion often require emergency surgery and can result in prolonged hospital stays, permanent digestive issues, and other serious health complications.
What Consumers Should Do
Consumers who own an “8in1 Engineering Deformation Mecha” toy, particularly model 2929-29, or any similar magnetic toy from Shantou Chenghai District Junmao Toy Factory, should take immediate action:
1. Stop Use Immediately: Remove the toy from children’s access, especially if any magnets are missing or loose.
2. Inspect Thoroughly: Carefully inspect all pieces of the toy for any signs of loose, detached, or missing magnets. Pay close attention to seams, connection points, and any areas where magnets are embedded.
3. Secure and Dispose: If any magnets are found to be loose or missing, or if you suspect any part of the toy could release magnets, immediately secure the toy and its components away from children. Do not attempt to repair it. Consider disposing of the toy in a manner that prevents children or pets from accessing it.
4. Seek Medical Attention: If you suspect a child has swallowed a magnet, seek immediate emergency medical attention. Do not wait for symptoms to appear. Inform medical personnel that the child may have ingested a magnet.
5. Report the Incident: If you have experienced a similar incident or found loose magnets in this or a similar toy, please report it to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) at SaferProducts.gov. This helps the CPSC identify trends and take appropriate action.
Manufacturer’s Response
As of the date of this report, the manufacturer, Shantou Chenghai District Junmao Toy Factory, has not provided a response to this incident.
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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.