On June 25th, 2018, Health Canada published the Regulations Amending the Toys Regulations (Magnetic Toys): SOR/2018-138 in the Canada Gazette. Effective December 25th, 2018, every magnetic toy and any of its magnetic components that can be totally enclosed in the small parts cylinder using a force of not more than 4.45 N must have a magnetic flux index of less than 0.5 T2mm2.
The following magnetic components are exempted:
a) those that are necessary for the operation of motors, relays, speakers and other electrical or electronic components in a magnetic toy, provided that the magnetic properties are not part of the play or learning pattern of the toy; and
b) those that are part of a kit intended for carrying out educational experiments involving both magnetism and electricity and intended for a child of at least 8 years of age, subject to the below warning requirements.
The following warning or its equivalent must be prominently and legibly displayed in English and French on the kit’s container and instructions:
WARNING!
Not suitable for children under 8 years of age. Thisk it contains small magnets. Swallowed magnets can stick together across intestines causing serious injuries. Seek immediate medical attention if amagnet may have been swallowed.
MTS reminds related companies to timely follow up on new laws and regulations, produce and export according to requirements, and pay attention to the requirements of the declaration of conformity. Scientific safety assessments must be carried out during the product design phase to the bulk production phase to ensure that relevant products meet the new regulatory requirements and avoid export risk.
