Muscat: The Consumer Protection Authority (CPA) has issued a warning to consumers regarding the circulation of an unbranded magnetic pen intended for children, due to its potential danger to the health and safety of users, particularly children.
CPA said explained that the product falls under the category of children’s toys.
It is a magnetic pen manufactured in China. Warnings received through the Gulf Aajel rapid alert system indicate that this type of product may pose a serious risk if its magnetic components are swallowed.
It further stated that swallowing more than one strong magnet within a short period may cause the magnets to attract each other inside the intestines, which may lead to intestinal twisting, blockages, or perforations in the intestinal walls, posing a direct threat to the child’s health.
CPA confirmed that it followed up on the warning through the relevant official channels and conducted field search and inspection operations by enforcement officers.
However, no authorized local distributor for the product was found within the Sultanate of Oman, which suggests that the product may have entered local markets through unofficial channels such as online shopping or importation from neighboring countries.
CPA called upon parents and consumers to avoid purchasing or using this type of product, to ensure that children’s toys are safe and compliant with approved standards, and to closely supervise children while using toys containing small or magnetic parts.
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