Build-A-Bear Workshop Recalls Lapel Pins Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard
Recall 11298 · Aug 4, 2011 · Build-A-Bear Workshop
26,500
units affected
26,500
units affected
Facts
- Recall number
- 11298
- Date
- Aug 4, 2011
- Company
- Build-A-Bear Workshop
- Units affected
- 26,500
- Product
- Love.Hugs.Peace lapel pins
- Product type
- Jewelry
- Remedy
- Refund
- Hazard
- Poisoning
The product
The 1.5 inch lapel pin features graphics of a heart, bear head, and peace sign all positioned in front of a globe. The words "Love.Hugs.Peace." appear at the bottom of the pin.
What can happen
Surface paints on the lapel pin contain excessive levels of lead which is prohibited under federal law.
The fix
Stop using the lapel pins and return the lapel pin to any Build-A-Bear Workshop store to receive a $5 store coupon. If it is not possible to return the pin to a store, you can contact the company for alternate instructions on receiving a refund.
Incidents and where it was sold
- Incidents
- No injuries have been reported.
- Sold at
- Build-A-Bear Workshop stores nationwide and online at www.buildabear.com from July 2009 through October 2010 for $3.50 in the US and $4 (CDN) in Canada.
Related pages
Questions and answers
What should I do with the recalled love.hugs.peace lapel pins?
Stop using the lapel pins and return the lapel pin to any Build-A-Bear Workshop store to receive a $5 store coupon. If it is not possible to return the pin to a store, you can contact the company for alternate instructions on receiving a refund.
What is the hazard?
Surface paints on the lapel pin contain excessive levels of lead which is prohibited under federal law.
A recall means the maker found a safety problem and offers a free fix; it does not mean every unit has the problem. Units affected are as reported by the company. Popular models sell more and so have more recalls and complaints. Official public data; texts are shortened. Contact the company named above for the remedy.