Boy Scouts of America Recalls Neckerchief Slides Due to Violation of Federal Lead Content Ban

Neckerchief slides

Date of Recall
2018-09-26

CPSC Release Number
18-239

Manufactured In
China

Units
About 110,000

Distributor
None reported

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

Sold By
Boy Scouts of America retail stores and authorized distributors nationwide and online at www.scoutshop.org from February 2018 through August 2018 for about $6.

Problem/Hazard
The colored enamel on the neckerchief slides contains 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 neckerchief slides. The brass neckerchief slides were sold in four styles: red wolf, green bear, orange lion and blue Webelos. "Made in China" and P.O. number 200228276, 20023175, 200233281 or 200236630 are printed on a white label attached to the back of the neckerchief slide.

Remedy
Replace

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

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