Classic Horseshoe Magnet (Dowling Magnets) – Lead Paint Violation (2008)
Hazard assessment based on recall description.
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Check Your Product
According to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC)
Product
Classic Horseshoe Magnet
Brand
Dowling Magnets, of Sonoma, Calif.
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Not specified in CPSC notice. Check official source for details.
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Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
Dowling Magnets, of Sonoma, Calif. is recalling Classic Horseshoe Magnet. The hazard is: The plastic coating on the magnets contains excessive levels of lead, which violates the federal lea. Based on CPSC recall notice.
Summary derived from CPSC notice
The following details were not provided by CPSC: UPC codes.
Reason for Recall
As stated by CPSC
This recall involves the Classic Horseshoe Magnets. The 6-inch tall horseshoe magnet has a red plastic coating on the "handle" end. Each "foot" of the magnet has an engraved "S" or and "N."
Reported concern (CPSC)
The plastic coating on the magnets contains excessive levels of lead, which violates the federal lead paint standard.
Recommended Action
Per CPSC guidance
Consumers should immediately take the classic horseshoe magnets away from children and contact Dowling Magnets to receive a free replacement horseshoe magnet.
Verify this information on the official source
For complete details and official instructions, check the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) directly.
View official CPSC recall noticePage updated: Jan 6, 2026