Neckerchief slides recalled over lead risk

Recall date

September 26, 2018

Source

U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC)

Official notice title

Boy Scouts of America Recalls Neckerchief Slides Due to Violation of Federal Lead Content Ban

Recall number

18239

Brand / firm

Strategic Orient Sourcing, of China

Sold / distributed

Boy Scouts of America retail stores and authorized distributors nationwide and online at www.scoutshop.org from February 2018 through August 2018 for about $6.

Why it was recalled

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.

What was recalled

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.

What to do

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.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.