Horseshoe Magnets Recalled by United Scientific Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard
CPSC Recall1 injuries · 2007-12-12 · 08128
Hazards
Surface paint on the magnets contains high levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standards.
Recall
Number
08128
Date
2007-12-12
Injuries reported
1
Products
Names
Horseshoe Magnets
Companies
Retailer(s)
Independent distributors nationwide from March 1995 through September 2007 for about $1.
Importer(s)
United Scientific, of Waukegan, Ill.
Country of manufacture
India
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).