Zelbuck Children's Chess Games Recalled Due to Risk of Serious Injury or Death f Recall 2026
Issued February 26, 2026
Zelbuck Children's Chess Games Recalled Due to Risk of Serious Injury or Death from Magnet Ingestion; Violate Mandatory Standard for Toys; Sold on Amazon by n b plus — recalled per CPSC on 2/26/2026. Reason: The recalled children's chess games violate the mandatory standard for toys because they contain loose magnets posing an ingestion hazard to children. When high-powered magnets are swallowed, they can attract each other, or other metal objects, and become lodged in the digestive system. This can result in perforations, twisting, and/or blockage of the intestines, blood poisoning and death..
What to do right now
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Stop using it
Take it out of rotation. Don't consume, wear, or operate.
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Verify the match
Compare lot numbers, UPCs, and dates against your product.
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Return or dispose
Follow the manufacturer's instructions to refund or safely dispose.
Verified source
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
Summary of the official CPSC notice issued February 26, 2026. Last synced Apr 16, 2026. View on cpsc.gov
What's recalled
This recall involves Zelbuck-branded children's chess games. The recalled, blue turtle-shaped games have a white playing board at the top and come with a multi-colored spinner and 32 black magnetic balls that can be stored under the playing board. "Magnetism Ball Game" is printed on the front of the game's box and "Number 999-9" on the back.
Why it was recalled
The recalled children's chess games violate the mandatory standard for toys because they contain loose magnets posing an ingestion hazard to children. When high-powered magnets are swallowed, they can attract each other, or other metal objects, and become lodged in the digestive system. This can result in perforations, twisting, and/or blockage of the intestines, blood poisoning and death.
Where was it sold1 state
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Frequently asked questions
Is the Zelbuck Children's Chess Games Recalled Due to Risk of Serious Injury or Death from Magnet Ingestion; Violate Mandatory Standard for Toys; Sold on Amazon by n b plus recall still active?
Yes, this recall is currently active as of February 26, 2026. Do not use or consume the affected product.
How do I know if my Zelbuck Children's Chess Games Recalled Due to Risk of Serious Injury or Death from Magnet Ingestion; Violate Mandatory Standard for Toys; Sold on Amazon by n b plus is affected?
All units of Zelbuck Children's Chess Games Recalled Due to Risk of Serious Injury or Death from Magnet Ingestion; Violate Mandatory Standard for Toys; Sold on Amazon by n b plus matching the description above are affected.
What should I do if I have the recalled Zelbuck Children's Chess Games Recalled Due to Risk of Serious Injury or Death from Magnet Ingestion; Violate Mandatory Standard for Toys; Sold on Amazon by n b plus?
Do not consume or use this product. Return it to the store for a full refund, or dispose of it safely.