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Build-A-Bear Workshop Recalls Lapel Pins Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard

Recalled August 4, 2011 · CPSC recall 11298 · Build-A-Bear Workshop

Hazard

Surface paints on the lapel pin contain excessive levels of lead which is prohibited under federal law.

Remedy

Refund

Units

About 26,500 pins in the United States and 2,200 in Canada

Incidents / injuries

No injuries have been reported.

Description

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 to do

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.

Contact

For additional information, please contact Build-A-Bear Workshop toll-free at (866) 236-5683 between 8 a.m. and 6 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. CT Saturday, or visit the company's website at www.buildabear.com

Product

Love.Hugs.Peace lapel pins

Imported by

Build-A-Bear Workshop®, of St. Louis, Mo.

Retailers

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.

Made in

China

Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. Official recall notice on cpsc.gov →