Alnico Bar Magnets (Home Science Tools) – lead paint (2008)
Hazard assessment based on recall description.
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According to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC)
Product
Alnico Bar Magnets
Brand
Home Science Tools, of Billings, Mont.
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
Home Science Tools, of Billings, Mont. is recalling Alnico Bar Magnets. The hazard is: Surface paints on the magnets contain excessive levels of lead, which violates the federal lead pain. 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 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.
Reported concern (CPSC)
Surface paints on the magnets contain excessive levels of lead, which violates the federal lead paint standard.
Recommended Action
Per CPSC guidance
Consumers should immediately take the recalled magnets away from children and contact Home Science Tools to receive replacement magnets.
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