CPSC recall 11-298, announced August 4, 2011, covers Build-A-Bear Workshop Love.Hugs.Peace lapel pins (about 26,500 units). Surface paints on the lapel pin contain excessive levels of lead which is prohibited under federal law. The notice reports no incidents. Stop using the lapel pins and return the lapel pin to any Build-A-Bear Workshop store to receive a $5 store coupon. Recall contact: call (866) 236-5683, or go to www.buildabear.com.
Compare the model on your label, then check any serial numbers, date codes, and exclusions in the notice. A model match alone does not confirm that your unit is included.
The CPSC data does not provide a discrete model-number list for this record. Compare the product description and identification details on the official notice.
Which products are included?
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.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
Surface paints on the lapel pin contain excessive levels of lead which is prohibited under federal law.
Incidents and injuries
No injuries have been reported.
Official 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.
Product and sales details
- Product type
- Jewelry
- Recall number
- 11-298
- Units
- About 26,500 pins in the United States and 2,200 in Canada
- Manufactured in
- China
- Sold at / sales period
- 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.
- Importer
- Build-A-Bear Workshop®, of St. Louis, Mo.
Love.Hugs.Peace lapel pins
CPSC product type: Jewelry
Recall contact information
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
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