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OtherDecember 12, 2007CPSC #08128

Horseshoe Magnets Recalled by United Scientific Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard

Brand
Unknown
Product
Clothing & Apparel
Units affected
153,000
Remedy
replacement

What was recalled

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).

Hazard

Surface paint on the magnets contains high levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standards.

Injuries

None reported.

Made in

India

Where it was sold

  • Independent distributors nationwide from March 1995 through September 2007 for about $1.

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Recalled Horseshoe Magnets
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