CPSCCPSC · Consumer products·Recall number 08345
U-shaped Magnets, Bar Magnets, Magnet Sets and Magnet Needle Sets
Published May 23, 2014 · Recall initiated: July 24, 2008
What's the hazard
The paint on the magnets can contain excess levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard.
What to do
Consumers should immediately stop using these recalled magnets and contact the firm to receive a free replacement.
Recall details
- Brand
- Pacific Science Supplies Inc., of Bensenville, Ill.
- Distributor
- Distributors nationwide, which sell to educational institutions, including colleges, high schools and middle schools. A small number were sold through educational stores nationwide from April 2000 through February 2008 for about $9.
- Country
- US