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Pacific Science Supplies Recalls Magnets Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard

Recall 08-345 · July 24, 2008 · Pacific Science Supplies

What to doConsumers should immediately stop using these recalled magnets and contact the firm to receive a free replacement.

Read the official CPSC notice

Recall at a glance

Recall number
08-345 (CPSC)
Recall date
July 24, 2008
Brand
Pacific Science Supplies
Category
Candles and household goods
Products
U-shaped Magnets, Bar Magnets, Magnet Sets and Magnet Needle Sets
Hazard
Violation of Lead Paint Standard
Hazard type
Poisoning and toxic substances
Units
About 40,000
Made in
China
Last updated by CPSC
May 23, 2014

What was recalled

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.

Is my product affected?

Compare your product with the details below, including model numbers where listed.

  • U-shaped Magnets, Bar Magnets, Magnet Sets and Magnet Needle Sets · About 40,000 units

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Where it was sold

Companies named in the notice: Distributors nationwide, which sell to educational institutions, including colleges, high schools and middle schools. A small number were sold through educational stores nationwide from April 2000 through February 2008 for about $9.; Pacific Science Supplies Inc., of Bensenville, Ill..

Consumer 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

Recall history and context

Since 2019 CPSC has recorded 166 recalls in the candles and household goods category, 33 recalls of them in the past 12 months.

Frequently asked questions

What was recalled?

U-shaped Magnets, Bar Magnets, Magnet Sets and Magnet Needle Sets (About 40,000 units). Magnets included in the recall: - "Large" and "Small" U-shaped Magnets: These magnets are in the shape of a "U" or horseshoe.

Why was it recalled?

CPSC lists the reason as: Violation of Lead Paint Standard.

What should I do if I own one?

Consumers should immediately stop using these recalled magnets and contact the firm to receive a free replacement.

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