Published by Reclia Safety Desk | July 20, 2026
📌 Recall Notice
Product: tonies® Blocks
Brand: tonies®
Hazards: Chemical Risk
What to do: Stop using this product. Follow the recall instructions for refund or replacement.
Recall #9271 |
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Recall Summary
| Product | tonies® Blocks |
| Brand | tonies® |
| Category | Toys Children |
| Recall Number | 9271 |
| Hazard | Chemical Risk |
| Units Affected | Not specified |
| Recall Date | March 24, 2022 |
| Remedy | Contact manufacturer |
| Country | 🇺🇸 United States |
Recall Summary
This recall involves tonies wooden blocks containing magnets. The recall was announced on March 24, 2022, by Boxine U.S. and the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). The recall number is 22736. Approximately 4,200 units are affected. The blocks were sold exclusively online at tonies.com from November 2021 through December 2021 for between $15 and $20. The blocks were manufactured in Germany and imported by Boxine US Inc, of Palo Alto, California.
Affected Products
The recall includes three specific sets of tonies Blocks:
– tonies Blocks Marine Life, UPC 840147407689
– tonies Blocks Invention and Innovation, UPC 840147407733
– tonies Blocks Gentle Giant Dinos, UPC 840147407580
Each block is approximately 5 cm wide and 1.5 cm thick. The blocks were sold in blue, tan, and green colors. One side of each block features pictures of various marine life, dinosaurs, or invention and innovation themes. The other side has white text describing the picture. The blocks are sold in sets of four. Each set is packaged in a white and red cardboard box. The UPC is located on the back of the box beneath the barcode.
Hazard Information
The hazard associated with these products involves the magnets inside the blocks. When two or more high-powered magnets are swallowed, either intentionally by younger children or accidentally by older children, the ingested magnets can attract to each other, or to another metal object, and become lodged in the digestive system. This can result in perforations, twisting and/or blockage of the intestines, infection, blood poisoning, and death. The recall notice states that tonies has received one report of the magnet detaching from the product. No injuries have been reported.
Consumer Action Required
Consumers should stop using the recalled blocks with magnets immediately. The blocks should be taken away from children. Consumers must contact tonies for instructions on returning the recalled blocks for a full refund. Consumers can also go to https://tonies.happyreturns.com/ and select “Blocks Return” as the reason for return. tonies will then provide the customer with a return label. After the product has been received, tonies will provide the initial form of payment with a full refund and an additional $14.99 tonies.com coupon code. tonies is also contacting all purchasers directly. The recalled products are being remotely deactivated so that they no longer function.
Official Remedy
The official remedy is a full refund. Consumers who return the recalled blocks will receive a full refund to the initial form of payment, plus an additional $14.99 tonies.com coupon code. The return process is initiated by contacting tonies or using the online return portal at https://tonies.happyreturns.com/.
Contact Information
Consumers may contact tonies toll-free at 877-397-7898. Alternatively, consumers can email productsafety.us@tonies.com. Consumers can also visit tonies.com and click on “Recall and Safety,” or use the direct link tonies.com/pages/recall-and-safety for more information.

Recall Timeline
- **March 24, 2022** – Recall announced by CPSC (Source)
- **Current** – Consumers advised to stop using product
- **Ongoing** – Refund or replacement available
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: How do I identify the recalled tonies® Blocks?
A: Check the model and serial number on your product against the official recall notice (#9271).
Q: What should I do if I own the recalled tonies® Blocks?
A: The recall notice advises consumers to stop using the product and follow the recall instructions.
Q: How do I get a refund or replacement for the recalled tonies® Blocks?
A: Contact the manufacturer using the information in the recall notice.
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Consumers should refer to the original recall notice
for complete details and official instructions.