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OtherOctober 14, 2008CPSC #09011

Bar Magnets Recalled by Home Science Tools Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard

Product
Science Kits
Units affected
400
Remedy
replacement

What was recalled

This recall involves Alnico 3-inch long bar magnets. The magnets are painted red and blue, and were originally packaged as a pair or as a component of a science kit. The magnets were sold as item number MG-BAR3AL.

Hazard

Surface paints on the magnets contain excessive levels of lead, which violates the federal lead paint standard.

Injuries

None reported.

Made in

China

Where it was sold

  • Web retailers and by mail order between May 2008 and September 2008 for about $6.

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Recalled Bar Magnets
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