Quartet Magnetic and Dry Erase Boards recalled over laceration hazard

Recall date

July 30, 2015

Source

U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC)

Official notice title

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

Recall number

15201

Sold / distributed

Ace Hardware, Fred Meyer, Menards, Office Depot and other stores nationwide and online from January 2005 through December 2013 for between $5 and $10.

Why it was recalled

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

What was recalled

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.

What to 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.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.