Recall · CPSC (US)
Daoen Recalls Zen Magnetic Promotional Ball Sets Due to Risk of Serious Injury or Death from Magnet Ingestion; Violate Mandatory Standard for Toys
Yes. This toy was recalled on May 28, 2026 by CPSC (US). Reported hazard: The recalled magnetic balls violate the mandatory standard for toys because they are loose high-powered magnets, posing an ingestion hazard to children. When high-powered magnets are swallowed, they can attract each other, or other metal objects, and become lodged in the digestive system. This can result in perforations, twisting, and/or blockage of the intestines, blood poisoning and death. What to do: Consumers should stop using the recalled magnet ball toys immediately, take them away from children and dispose of them.
Data updated September 4, 2026 · Source: official CPSC (US) recall data, checked daily
What was recalled
This recall involves Zen-branded magnetic balls. The fidget toy sets consist of four textured, silicone silver, light brown, tan and bronze magnetic balls. Each ball measures about 1.24 inches in diameter. The ball sets come in a round, zippered case with or without a white Gordon Sinclair logo printed on them.
The hazard
CPSC (US) flagged this toy for the following risk:
The recalled magnetic balls violate the mandatory standard for toys because they are loose high-powered magnets, posing an ingestion hazard to children. When high-powered magnets are swallowed, they can attract each other, or other metal objects, and become lodged in the digestive system. This can result in perforations, twisting, and/or blockage of the intestines, blood poisoning and death.
What to do
If you own this toy, here is the remedy CPSC (US) lists:
Consumers should stop using the recalled magnet ball toys immediately, take them away from children and dispose of them.
Original recall notice: CPSC (US) →
Common questions
Is this toy recalled?
Yes. This toy was recalled on May 28, 2026 by CPSC (US). Reported hazard: The recalled magnetic balls violate the mandatory standard for toys because they are loose high-powered magnets, posing an ingestion hazard to children. When high-powered magnets are swallowed, they can attract each other, or other metal objects, and become lodged in the digestive system. This can result in perforations, twisting, and/or blockage of the intestines, blood poisoning and death.
What should I do if I have this toy?
Consumers should stop using the recalled magnet ball toys immediately, take them away from children and dispose of them.
Where can I read the official recall notice?
The original notice is published by CPSC (US) — linked directly from this page.
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