Kahoot Products Inc. Recalls Cub Scouts Totem Badges Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard
CPSC recall 08018 · announced October 9, 2007 · Kahoot Products · 1 units affected
The product
The recalled Cub Scout Totem Badges measure 4½ inches x 3 inches with a square portion measuring 2¼ inches x 2¼ inches. The Boy Scout emblem is printed on the badge along with a wolf and bear. "PROGRESS TOWARD RANKS" is also printed on the badge.
The hazard
The surface paints on the badges contain excessive levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard.
What to do (per CPSC)
Parents should immediately remove the badges from clothing and keep the badges away from children. Contact the firm for instructions on obtaining a free replacement badge.
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): None reported.
Sold at: Boy Scouts of America retail outlets nationwide from January 2000 through September 2007.
Consumer contact: For additional information, contact Kahoot at (888) 800-4717, or visit the firm's Web site at www.kahoot.com
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.