Board game recalled from stores over ‘serious health risk’

A board game has been issued with a product recall notice, after it was found that it could pose a “serious health risk”. The game is being voluntarily recalled from stores.

Kluster (Magnetic Game) from Borderline Editions is being recalled by the manufacturer, as the game contains small, powerful magnets that could pose a health risk if swallowed. Kluster, which is sold in shops including supermarkets Asda and Waitrose, could pose a particularly serious safety risk to children. Customers who have purchased the affected product are being asked to stop using the item immediately.

The board game affected by the recall can be found below, as well as the barcode number:

• Kluster (Magnetic Game), Borderline Editions
• Date: Sold from August 2024
• Barcode number: EAN: 3770003625605

On Borderline Editions’ website, it reads: “Kluster is not a toy and must be kept out of reach of children under 14 years of age.”

The board game includes 24 magnetic stones, one rope, one carrying bag, and one game rule.

Customers have been warned that ingestion of the magnets can cause internal injuries requiring urgent medical attention. For those who have purchased the affected board game, customers are instructed to package up the game.

The product can then be returned to the place of purchase, or the nearest branch of the store purchased from, for a full refund.

For more information, help or queries, customers are being asked to contact games retailer Big Potato Games at hello@bigpotato.co.uk.

Big Potato Games has been approached for comment.