Mattel recalls millions of toys with lead, small magnets
Mattel Inc., of El Segundo, Calif., is recalling toys that may contain lead or have small magnets. Lead is toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health effects. If a child swallows more than one magnet, the magnets can attract each other and cause intestinal perforation or blockage,which can be fatal.
Following is a brief description of recalled toys. Contact Mattel at 888-597-6597 or Fisher-Price at 888-496-8330 or visit www.service.mattel.comto determine if a toy is part of the recall.
Units: About 345,000
Description: The Batman toys have small magnets inside the accessories and include: The Batman Magna Battle Armor figure (model J1944),The Batman Magna Fight Wing figure (model J1946), The Batman Secret ID figure(model J5114), The Batman Flying Fox figure (model J5115) and the One Piece Triple Slash Zolo Roronoa figure (model J4142).
Sold at: Discount department stores and toy stores nationwide from June 2006 through June 2007 for about $11.
