Multifunctional Puzzle Crab Toys Pose Life-Threatening Risks

At KBD Attorneys, we stay on the front lines of consumer safety news to ensure families are informed and protected. A recent recall demands immediate attention: the Multifunctional Puzzle Crab Toy, sold exclusively through Walmart.com by JinJiang Baimei, has been recalled due to serious ingestion hazards linked to high-powered magnets. Although no injuries have been reported yet, the potential dangers are significant — and we want you to know your rights and options if your family has been impacted.

The Recall Details: Why This Toy Is Dangerous

The recalled Multifunctional Puzzle Crab Toys include a magnetic fishing hook, eight magnetic pieces, four plastic puzzle pieces, and a plastic mallet. The model number “HY-99” appears on the bottom of the box. Brightly colored and marketed as a fun, educational toy, these sets were sold for around $27 exclusively online via Walmart.com between November 2023 and January 2025.

The primary danger stems from the toy’s high-powered magnets. These magnets violate mandatory federal safety regulations for children’s toys. If a child swallows two or more magnets, they can attract each other across the walls of the intestines or other digestive organs, leading to perforations, twisting or blockage of the intestines, infections, blood poisoning (sepsis), and even death.

According to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), over the past decade, magnet ingestion injuries have led to thousands of emergency room visits and several fatalities.

The remedy for this recall is a full refund. Consumers are advised to stop using the product immediately and contact JinJiang Baimei for a pre-paid return label.

Why Toy Magnet Recalls Are So Serious

This is not the first time magnetic toys have triggered major safety concerns. Tiny, powerful magnets — often called “rare earth magnets”— can cause internal injuries that are difficult to diagnose until they become life-threatening. Unlike traditional choking hazards, swallowed magnets behave unpredictably inside the body.

Federal safety standards are in place to ensure that magnet toys are designed to prevent accidental ingestion. Any violation of these standards, as seen with the Multifunctional Puzzle Crab Toy, is a major red flag for consumers.

Even when no injuries are immediately reported, the risk is unacceptable, particularly because these toys are marketed for young children who are more likely to put small parts in their mouths.

KBD Attorneys: Protecting Families from Dangerous and Defective Products

At KBA Attorneys, we are committed to holding manufacturers, distributors, and retailers accountable when they sell unsafe products to the public. Our product liability attorneys have extensive experience representing families harmed by:

• Defective children’s toys and furniture
• Dangerous electronics and batteries
• Faulty household goods and appliances
• Recalled vehicles and automotive parts

When companies violate federal safety laws, they put lives at risk. Whether negligence occurs during design, manufacturing, or marketing, the legal system allows consumers to seek justice — and we’re here to guide you every step of the way.

If your child has been injured by a defective toy, including magnetic toys like the recalled Multifunctional Puzzle Crab Toy, you may be entitled to compensation for:

• Medical expenses
• Pain and suffering
• Long-term health complications
• Emotional distress

Walmart and Online Marketplace Responsibility

It’s important to note that this product was sold exclusively online through Walmart.com. In recent years, major online marketplaces like Walmart and Amazon have faced scrutiny for allowing unsafe products to reach consumers without adequate safety testing or oversight.

In cases like these, a retailer’s role in the distribution chain could make them legally responsible for injuries caused by defective products they sold. KBA Attorneys is experienced in navigating these complex product liability cases against online giants.

What You Should Do If You Purchased the Multifunctional Puzzle Crab Toy

1. Stop Use Immediately: Take the toy away from children and ensure it is kept out of reach.
2. Contact the Seller: JinJiang Baimei is offering a full refund and will provide a prepaid shipping label for returns.
3. Monitor for Symptoms: If you suspect your child may have swallowed part of the toy, seek medical attention immediately. Symptoms may include abdominal pain, vomiting, fever, or sudden behavioral changes.
4. Document Everything: If any injury occurs, take photographs, save medical records, and retain the toy and packaging.
5. Contact a Lawyer: Even if no injury has yet occurred, if you’re concerned about exposure to recalled products, it’s worth consulting with a product liability attorney.

Why Timely Action Matters

Although no injuries have been reported yet for this specific toy, history shows that injuries related to high-powered magnet ingestion often occur months after purchase — once toys become loose, pieces break off, or children discover magnets hidden inside.

Early recalls like this one are critical warnings. Taking quick action could save a child’s life. Likewise, holding companies accountable early prevents further harm to other families.

How KBD Attorneys Can Help

If you have concerns about the Multifunctional Puzzle Crab Toy recall — or any other unsafe product — KBA Attorneys is here to fight for your rights. We offer:

• Free consultations to evaluate your situation
• Comprehensive investigation into defective products
• Aggressive pursuit of justice against negligent manufacturers, distributors, and retailers

Our mission is simple: Protect families. Hold wrongdoers accountable. Pursue justice.

Don’t wait until it’s too late. If your family has been affected by this or any other dangerous product, contact KBA Attorneys today.

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Stay Safe. Stay Informed. KBD Attorneys Has Your Back.