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Product recall · CPSCJuly 24, 2008Highest risk
Horseshoe Magnets
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What’s wrong
The plastic coating on the magnets contains excessive levels of lead, which violates the federal lead paint standard.
The Recall Registry rates this highest risk — Lead exposure risk.
What it looks like
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What to do
Consumers should immediately take the classic horseshoe magnets away from children and contact Dowling Magnets to receive a free replacement horseshoe magnet.
Who to contact: For additional information, contact Dowling Magnets toll-free at (866) 623-3336 between 7 a.m. and 4 p.m. PST Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.dowlingmagnets.com. Consumers can also email the firm at support@dowlingmagnets.com
The product
This recall involves the Classic Horseshoe Magnets. The 6-inch tall horseshoe magnet has a red plastic coating on the "handle" end. Each "foot" of the magnet has an engraved "S" or and "N."
Details
- Units affected
- About 91,500
- Recall date
- July 24, 2008
- Brand
- Dowling Magnets, of Sonoma, Calif.
- Injuries reported
- None reported
Specialty retail stores and educational supply distributors nationwide from March 2003 through April 2008 for about $10.
The official notice
This recall was issued by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. The Recall Registry summarises it — always confirm the details at the source.
Their exact wording: “Horseshoe Magnets Recalled by Dowling Magnets Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard”
Worried about the other things in your house? You can write down what you have and be told if one is recalled — or, if you sell second-hand, check your whole stock at once.
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