Polly Pocket dolls and accessories with magnets

Recalls

The CPSC and Mattel Inc., of El Segundo, Calif. are recalling about 2.4 million Polly Pocket Magnetic Play Sets which were sold at discount department stores and toy stores from May 2003 through September 2006 for between $15 and $30, because 'tiny magnets inside the dolls and accessories can fall out undetected by parents and caregivers. The magnets can be swallowed, aspirated by young children or placed by a child in their nose or ears. When more than one magnet is swallowed, the magnets can attract each other and cause intestinal perforation, infection or blockage, which can be fatal. Aspiration to the lungs requires immediate surgery. Magnets placed in the nose or ears can cause swelling and be difficult to remove.'

According to the CPSC recall alert, 'the recalled Polly Pocket play sets contain plastic dolls and accessories that have small magnets. The magnets measure 1/8 inch in diameter and are imbedded in the hands and feet of some dolls, and in the plastic clothing, hair pieces and other accessories to help the pieces attach to the doll or to the doll's house. The model number is printed on the bottom of the largest pieces on some of the play sets. Contact Mattel if you cannot find a model number on your product to determine if it is part of the recall. Polly Pocket magnetic play sets currently on store shelves are not included in this recall.'

Consumers should stop using the Polly Pocket Magnetic Play Sets and can contact Mattel at (888) 597-6597 anytime, or visit the firm's Web site at www.service.mattel.com for information on getting a voucher for a replacement product.

For more information, see the full CPSC Recall Alert...