CPSC2008-05-22
United Scientific Recalls Magnets Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard
United Scientific, of Waukegan, Ill.
Hazard
Surface paint on the magnets contains high levels of lead, which violates the federal lead paint standard.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled magnets and contact United Scientific to receive a free replacement magnet.
Sold at
Independent distributors nationwide from October 1996 through September 2007 for between 50 cents and $15. Distributors sold the products to schools for use in science classes.
Affected count
About 2.35 million
Injuries reported
None reported.
Manufactured in
India
Products
Various magnets
Consumer 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
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2008/United-Scientific-Recalls-Magnets-Due-to-Violation-of-Lead-Paint-StandardDon't want to check this manually?
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