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Product recall · CPSCDecember 12, 2007Highest risk
Horseshoe Magnets
The notice says to stop using it — see below for what to do.
What’s wrong
Surface paint on the magnets contains high levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standards.
The Recall Registry rates this highest risk — Lead exposure risk.
What it looks like
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What to do
Consumers should immediately stop using these products and contact United Scientific to receive a replacement product.
Who to contact: For additional information, contact United Scientific toll-free at (888) 284-8570 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or email the firm at consumeraffairs@unitedsci.com
The product
This recall involves horseshoe-shaped magnets sold in five sizes. The horseshoes have red paint on the surface of the magnet. Product numbers included in the recall are: SHM020 (two-inch), SHM030 (three-inch), SHM040 (four-inch), SHM050 (five-inch), and SHM060 (six-inch).
Details
- Units affected
- About 153,000
- Recall date
- December 12, 2007
- Brand
- United Scientific, of Waukegan, Ill.
- Injuries reported
- None reported
Independent distributors nationwide from March 1995 through September 2007 for about $1.
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 United Scientific 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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