Recalls / 2018-09-26
Boy Scouts of America Recalls Neckerchief Slides Due to Violation of Federal Lead Content Ban
18239 · Recalled 2018-09-26 · CPSC page
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.
Hazards
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.
Reported injuries
None reported
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled neckerchief slides, take them away from children and return them to any Boy Scouts of America retail store or distributor for a free replacement neckerchief slide, including shipping.
Products
| Name | Model | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Neckerchief slides | About 110,000 |
Parties
- Manufacturer
- Strategic Orient Sourcing
- Importer
- Boy Scouts of America, of Charlotte, N.C.
- Distributor
- Boy Scouts of America, of Charlotte, N.C.
- Made in
- China
- Sold at
- Boy Scouts of America retail stores, authorized distributors nationwide, online at www.scoutshop.org
Consumer contact
Boy Scouts of America at 800-323-0736 from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, email at customerservice@scoutshop.org, 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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Source: CPSC recall 18239. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.