Horseshoe Magnets Recalled by Dowling Magnets Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2008-07-24). Hazards: ingestion, lead, non compliance. About 91,500 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 08344 |
| Published | 2008-07-24 |
| Last updated | 2014-05-23 |
| Product category | Magnets |
| Products | Classic Horseshoe Magnet |
| Firm named in the title | Dowling Magnets |
| Firms | Dowling Magnets, of Sonoma, Calif. (manufacturer) |
| Manufactured in | China |
| Units (US) | 91,500 |
| Hazard classes | ingestion, lead, non compliance |
| Remedy classes | replace |
| Sold | Specialty retail stores and educational supply distributors nationwide from March 2003 through April 2008 for about $10. |
Description
This recall involves the Classic Horseshoe Magnets. The 6-inch tall horseshoe magnet has a red plastic coating on the "handle" end. Each "foot" of the magnet has an engraved "S" or and "N."
Hazard
The plastic coating on the magnets contains excessive levels of lead, which violates the federal lead paint standard.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately take the classic horseshoe magnets away from children and contact Dowling Magnets to receive a free replacement horseshoe magnet.
Incidents and injuries
None reported.
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