CPSC

Alnico Bar Magnets Recalled for Poisoning Hazard

Recalled Bar Magnets
Recalled Bar Magnets

Hazard

Surface paints on the magnets contain excessive levels of lead, which violates the federal lead paint standard.

What You Should Do

Remedy

Consumers should immediately take the recalled magnets away from children and contact Home Science Tools to receive replacement magnets.

Consumer Contact

For additional information, contact Home Science Tools at (800) 860-6272 between 9 a.m. and 6 p.m. CT, or visit the firm's Web site at www.hometrainingtools.com

Products

Alnico Bar Magnets

Injuries & Incidents

Sold At

Web retailers and by mail order between May 2008 and September 2008 for about $6.