Pacific Science Supplies Recalls Magnets Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard
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The hazard
The paint on the magnets can contain excess levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard.
Incidents reported: None reported.
What to do now
Consumers should immediately stop using these recalled magnets and contact the firm to receive a free replacement.
Contact: For additional information, contact Pacific Science Supplies Inc. at (800) 530-1500 between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.pacsciusa.com
About this recall
Magnets included in the recall: - "Large" and "Small" U-shaped Magnets: These magnets are in the shape of a "U" or horseshoe. One half of each magnet is painted red and is imprinted with the letter "N"; the other half is painted blue, and is imprinted with the letter "S". - "Large" and "Miniature" Bar Magnets: These magnets are in the shape of a bar. The magnets are painted half red and half white. The red half is imprinted with the letter "N" and the white half is imprinted with the letter "S". - Magnet Sets: This set contains a small u-shaped magnet, two small bar magnets, and two small compasses. All magnets are painted half red and half white. The red half is imprinted with the letter "N" and the white half is imprinted with the letter "S". The package is labeled "Magnets & Compasses." - Magnet Needle Sets: This set contains 10 sets of small cone-shape bases and elongated-diamond-shaped magnets, which can be fastened into the bases. The magnets are painted half red and half white.
Product photos
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