The Recall Desk
HighCPSC·08345·Announced 2008-07-24

Pacific Science Supplies Recalls Magnets for Lead Paint Violation

Pacific Science Supplies is recalling approximately 40,000 magnets because the paint may contain excess lead, violating federal standards. No injuries have been reported.

What this means for you

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a risk-of-harm product (lead paint violation) where injury has not yet been reported, which aligns with the 'High' severity criteria in the rubric.

Plain-English summary

Pacific Science Supplies Inc. is recalling approximately 40,000 U-shaped magnets, bar magnets, magnet sets, and magnet needle sets. The recall was initiated because the paint on these magnets can contain excess levels of lead, which violates the federal lead paint standard.

The affected products were sold through distributors nationwide to educational institutions, including colleges, high schools, and middle schools. A small number of units were also sold through educational stores nationwide from April 2000 through February 2008 for about $9. The magnets were manufactured in China.

No injuries have been reported in connection with the use of these products. Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled magnets and contact Pacific Science Supplies Inc. to receive a free replacement. For additional information, consumers can call (800) 530-1500 between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or visit www.pacsciusa.com.

The recalled product

Product
U-shaped Magnets, Bar Magnets, Magnet Sets and Magnet Needle Sets
Manufacturer
Pacific Science Supplies Inc., of Bensenville, Ill.
Category
Consumer Product — Educational Supplies
Hazard
Affected units
40,000

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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