3mm Colourful Round Neodymium Magnet Balls Recalled Due to Ingestion Hazard

What Happened

Health Canada’s sampling and evaluation program has determined that the 3mm Colourful Round Neodymium Magnet Balls do not meet the performance criteria for small powerful magnets set out under the Canada Consumer Product Safety Act. These small, powerful magnets can be easily swallowed by children. If more than one magnet is ingested in a short period, they can attract one another through the intestinal walls, causing the intestines to twist and creating blockages or tears. As of February 19, 2026, no incidents or injuries have been reported in Canada.

Which Products Are Affected

The recall involves the 3mm Colourful Round Neodymium Magnet Balls, model number VT-N100. Each product set contains 100 magnetic balls in various colours, including red, orange, green, and blue. Approximately 31 units were sold in Canada between August 2025 and February 2026. The product was manufactured by Shenzhen Yilaid Trading Co., Ltd. in China.

What You Should Do

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled magnet balls and dispose of them. To obtain a full refund, consumers should contact AliExpress through their help center website at https://helpcenter.aliexpress.com/s/BuyerHelp/. Health Canada reminds consumers that the Canada Consumer Product Safety Act prohibits recalled products from being redistributed, sold, or given away.

Why This Matters

This recall is significant because small, powerful magnets represent a high-risk ingestion hazard that can lead to severe internal injuries or life-threatening intestinal damage in children.

Source

For more information, visit the official Health Canada recall notice.