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Horseshoe Magnets Recalled by United Scientific Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard
Recalled December 12, 2007 · CPSC recall 08128 · Horseshoe
Hazard
Surface paint on the magnets contains high levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standards.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using these products and contact United Scientific to receive a replacement product.
Units
About 153,000
Incidents / injuries
None reported.
Description
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).
What to do
Consumers should immediately stop using these products and contact United Scientific to receive a replacement product.
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 [email protected]
Product
Horseshoe Magnets
Imported by
United Scientific, of Waukegan, Ill.
Retailers
Independent distributors nationwide from March 1995 through September 2007 for about $1.
Made in
India
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. Official recall notice on cpsc.gov →