Magnetic Chess Game Recalled Due To Ingestion Hazard

The Magnetic Chess Game has been recalled in Canada because its magnets do not meet safety standards and can be easily swallowed by children, posing a life-threatening ingestion hazard. No injuries have been reported as of now.

What’s being recalled?

• Product name: Magnetic Chess Game
• Product type: Toy/game
• Where it’s sold: Across Canada
• Recall date: March 3, 2026

This recall affects a magnetic chess set sold at various retailers nationwide.

The Magnetic Chess Game

The Magnetic Chess Game is a classic board game set that uses small, magnetized pieces to keep the chess pieces in place during play. These sets are often found in toy stores, department stores, and online retailers, and are popular for use at home or while travelling.

What’s the risk?

The magnets in this chess set are small and powerful, making them easy for children to swallow. If more than one magnet is ingested, they can attract each other inside the intestines, causing blockages, twisting, or tears in the intestinal walls. This can lead to severe and potentially life-threatening injuries, especially in young children.

What should parents do?

Stop using the Magnetic Chess Game immediately. Keep it out of reach of children. Return the product to the place of purchase or follow the retailer’s recall instructions for a refund or safe disposal.

Key takeaways

• Small, strong magnets in the chess set can cause serious internal injuries if swallowed
• Sold across Canada at various retailers
• No injuries or incidents have been reported as of February 26, 2026

Check the official recall notice

See the full details in the official notice: “Magnetic Chess Game recalled due to ingestion hazard” from Health Canada.

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