Build-A-Bear Workshop Recalls Lapel Pins Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard

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

Recall #: 11298
Affected scope: About 26,500 pins in the United States and 2,200 in Canada

Compiled from official public sources by the publisher. · Updated September 2026

The CPSC recalled The 1.5 inch lapel pin features graphics of a heart, bear head, and peace sign all positi….

Build-A-Bear Workshop Recalls Lapel Pins Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard was recalled and listed by the CPSC in August 4, 2011. Reason: 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 …. Verify recall #11298 with the CPSC before acting.

The recall

issued this CPSC recall-Surface paints on the lapel pin contain excessive levels of lead which is prohibited under federal law..

None
agency class: August 4, 2011
reported

Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #11298 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

This recall's affected scope, documented in the Recall Profile below, stays within a single-region or limited-distribution footprint. Distribution information was not included in the agency filing, so consumers should assume broad potential exposure until the firm publishes point-of-sale details. Consumers holding this product should act on the agency's documented remedy above rather than relying on general guidance.

Within the same product category the archive holds 6 closely related recalls, 6 from CPSC - clustering in a narrow category often points to a systemic quality-control or supplier issue rather than a one-off defect. Always verify the recall number against the official agency record before acting.

Product description

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.

Reason for recall

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

Remedy, what to do

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.

Recall Profile

Structured summary of the CPSC recall record
Attribute	Value
Agency	U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
Severity class	Not classified by agency
Status	Active
Recall number	11298
Date reported	August 4, 2011
Date initiated	August 4, 2011
Recalling firm	Not disclosed
Affected scope	About 26,500 pins in the United States and 2,200 in Canada
Distribution	Not disclosed
Official source	CPSC notice →

Profile values are sourced directly from the official CPSC enforcement record. Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.

What to do with this recall

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 …

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Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled? ▼

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

Why was this product recalled? ▼

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

What should consumers do? ▼

Which agency issued this recall? ▼

This recall was issued by the CPSC on August 4, 2011. CPSC does not publish a hazard classification for this recall. Recall number: 11298.

How do I report an injury from a recalled product? ▼

Report injuries to the issuing agency: CPSC at SaferProducts.gov, NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem, or FDA via MedWatch. Document the product (photos, model/serial numbers, purchase receipts) and seek medical attention. Injury reports help agencies track hazard patterns and may strengthen enforcement actions.

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