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Bar Magnets Recalled by Home Science Tools Due to Violation of Lead Paint StandardDate: 10/21/2008
Reason: Surface paints on the magnets contain excessive levels of lead, which violates the federal lead paint standard.
Distribution: Nationwide
WASHINGTON, D.C. - The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed. Name of Product: Alnico Bar Magnets Units: About 400 Manufacturer: Home Science Tools, of Billings, Mont. Hazard: Surface paints on the magnets contain excessive levels of lead, which violates the federal lead paint standard. Incidents/Injuries: None reported. Description: This recall involves Alnico 3-inch long bar magnets. The magnets are painted red and blue, and were originally packaged as a pair or as a component of a science kit. The magnets were sold as item number MG-BAR3AL. Sold at: Web retailers and by mail order between May 2008 and September 2008 for about $6. Manufactured in: China 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 Other Home / Electronic Recalls and Alerts of InterestDate: 12/19/2008 Reason: The handles on the cookware can break, posing a burn hazard to consumers. Distribution: Nationwide Date: 11/6/2008 Reason: The treadmills can speed up unexpectedly while in use due to a malfunction with the lower control board, posing a fall hazard to consumers. Distribution: Nationwide Date: 10/21/2008 Reason: An internal short circuit can cause the lithium-ion polymer batteries to overheat, posing a fire hazard. Distribution: Nationwide Date: 12/16/2008 Reason: Flickering candles, blinking holiday lights and fragrant evergreens are beautiful staples of the holiday season, but when used improperly, these holiday decorating “must haves” can pose deadly dangers. Date: 11/6/2008 Reason: While placing the cup on or off the base of the mixer, the mixer can be unexpectedly turned on, activating the blade. This can pose a serious laceration hazard to consumers. Distribution: Nationwide Date: 11/21/2008 Reason: A loose wiring connection and improper venting can cause the battery to overheat, posing a burn hazard to consumers. Distribution: Nationwide |
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