CPSC2011-08-04
Build-A-Bear Workshop Recalls Lapel Pins Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard
Build-A-Bear Workshop®, of St. Louis, Mo.
Hazard
Surface paints on the lapel pin contain excessive levels of lead which is prohibited under federal law.
Remedy
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.
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.
Affected count
About 26,500 pins in the United States and 2,200 in Canada
Injuries reported
No injuries have been reported.
Manufactured in
China
Remedy type
Refund
Products
Love.Hugs.Peace lapel pins
Consumer 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
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2011/Build-A-Bear-Workshop-Recalls-Lapel-Pins-Due-to-Violation-of-Lead-Paint-StandardDon't want to check this manually?
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