LG-MY · Magnetic Putty

The gold-coloured putty contains high amounts of arsenic (measured value: 32.9mg/kg) and lead (measured value: 29 mg/kg). Moreover, the magnet is a small part with a high magnetic flux. Arsenic is toxic and exposure to lead is harmful for human health and can cause developmental neurotoxicity. If a child swallows this small magnet and other metallic objects, they could attract one another causing intestinal blockage or perforation. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Toy Safety Directive and the relevant European standards EN 71-1 and EN 71-3.

Published: 16 February 2018
Notifying authority: United Kingdom
Catalog checked: 30 July 2026

What should you do?

Check the authority measure and original alert.

Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: Distributor. Category of measure(s): Withdrawal of the product from the market. Date of entry into force: 22/12/2017

Official source alert

Product identification

Safety Gate reference: A12/0227/18
Model: Blue, Gold

Classification

Category: Toys
Risk type: Chemical, Injuries
Country of origin: Not published

Product description

Magnetic putty containing a small magnet and small 'sticky eyes', supplied in a tin. Available in various colours.