CPSC Recall in 2011: Build-A-Bear Workshop Recalls Lapel Pins Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard

Updated on January 18, 2026.

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Data Source: CPSC.
Recall Number: 11-298
Date: August 03, 2011
Product Name: Love.Hugs.Peace lapel pins
Recall Description:

The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission and Health Canada, in cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed. It is illegal to resell or attempt to resell a recalled consumer product.

Hazard Description:

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

Consumer Action:

Remedy Type:

Refund

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

No injuries have been reported.

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.

Manufactured In:

China