CPSC Recall in 2020: Boy Scouts of America Recalls Cub Scout Activity Pins Due to Violation of the Federal Lead Content Ban

Updated on January 18, 2026.

See the recall details below. You can also see similar information for other consumer product recalls in 2020.

Data Source: CPSC.

Recall Number: 20-144

Date: July 01, 2020

Product Name: Cub Scout activity pins

Recall 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.

Hazard Description:

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.

Consumer Action:

Remedy Type:

Refund

Units: About 78,000

Incidents:

None reported

Sold At:

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.

Manufactured In:

China