Boy Scouts of America Recalls Cub Scout Activity Pins Due to Violation of the Federal Lead Content Ban

Cub Scout activity pins

Date of Recall

2020-07-01

CPSC Release Number

20-144

Manufactured In

China

Units

About 78,000

Distributor

Boy Scouts of America, of Charlotte, N.C.

Importer

Symbol Arts LLC, of Ogden, Utah

Sold By

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.

Problem/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.

Injuries/Incidents

None reported

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.

Remedy

Refund

Consumer Contact

Boy Scouts of America at 800-323-0736 from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or online at www.scoutshop.org and click on "Product Recall" at the bottom of the page for more information.

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