Boy Scouts of America Recalls Cub Scout Activity Pins Due to Violation of the Federal Lead Content Ban
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2020-07-01). Hazards: ingestion, chemical, lead, non compliance. About 78,000 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 20144 |
| Published | 2020-07-01 |
| Last updated | 2020-07-01 |
| Products | Cub Scout activity pins |
| Firm named in the title | Boy Scouts of America |
| Firms | Symbol Arts LLC, of Ogden, Utah (importer); Boy Scouts of America, of Charlotte, N.C. (distributor) |
| Manufactured in | China |
| Units (US) | 78,000 |
| Hazard classes | ingestion, chemical, lead, non compliance |
| Remedy classes | refund |
| Sold | Boy Scouts of America retail stores and authorized distributors nationwide and online at www.scoutshop.org from April 2016 through January 2020 for about $1. |
Description
This recall involves Boy Scouts of America's Cub Scout outdoor activity pins. The rhomboid-shaped pin is silver with a gold animal paw painted on a blue background.
Hazard
The pin's face and shaft contain levels of lead that exceed the federal lead content ban. Lead is toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health issues.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately take the recalled pin away from children and return the pin to any Boy Scouts of America retail store or contact Boy Scout of America's National Distribution Center for a full refund, including shipping, or for a merchandise credit.
Incidents and injuries
None reported
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