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CPSC recall 08128

Horseshoe Magnets

On 2014-05-23 the CPSC announced a recall of Horseshoe Magnets by United Scientific, citing surface paint on the magnets contains high levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standards.

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AgencyCPSC
Recall number08128
ClassificationNot classified
Statusunknown
Initiated2007-12-12
Published2014-05-23
Last updated2026-09-13 11:58 UTC
CompanyUnited Scientific
DistributionUS

Product

Horseshoe Magnets | 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).

Reason

Surface paint on the magnets contains high levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standards.

Status history

No status changes recorded since RecallRadar first saw this recall on 2026-09-13 11:58 UTC. Current status: unknown.

Source

Official record: https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2008/Horseshoe-Magnets-Recalled-by-United-Scientific-Due-to-Violation-of-Lead-Paint-Standard

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