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CPSCRecalled Jul 30, 2015 · #15201

ACCO Brands Recalls Quartet Magnetic and Dry Erase Boards Due to Laceration Hazard

Hazard

Sharp metal edges on the back of the boards can become exposed while removing mounted boards, posing a laceration hazard.

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Description

This recall involves eight styles of Quartet magnetic and dry erase boards, including calendar styles and combination boards with push pins. The boards were sold between January 2005 and December 2013, in eight sizes: 5 ½ x 14, 8 ½ x 11, 11 ½ x 11 ½, 11 x 17, 12 x 12, 14 x 14, 17 x 17 and 17 x 23, and in various colors including white, silver, black, blue, green, pink, purple, gray and multicolor. The Quartet logo is printed on the bottom of the boards.

Product details

Product
Quartet Magnetic and Dry Erase Boards
Type
Pictures or Picture Frames or Wall Decorations
Manufacturer
Not specified
Model numbers
UPCs
Sold at
Ace Hardware, Fred Meyer, Menards, Office Depot and other stores nationwide and online from January 2005 through December 2013 for between $5 and $10.
Made in
China

What you should do

Consumers should immediately contact ACCO for a caution label that instructs consumers to wear heavy gloves when removing the boards. This recall does not require that consumers remove the mounted boards. Consumers should affix the caution label with safe removal instructions for when needed.

View the official CPSC notice