Breakaway Lanyards

Keep IDs visible and your people safe. Breakaway lanyards are engineered with a safety clasp that releases under tension to reduce snag and choke hazards ideal for healthcare, government, education, corporate campuses, manufacturing floors, and events. Specialist ID’s Breakaway Lanyards Collection combines safety-first design, comfortable materials, durable hardware, and customization options so your team can identify, access, and move efficiently.

  1. 37% OFFBreakaway Lanyard ID Holder Badge Reel Combo (2138-700X)

    Breakaway Lanyard ID Holder Badge Reel Combo (2138-700X)

    #2138-70XX

    $1.40$2.24-37%
  2. 51% OFFPremium 3/8" Flat Breakaway Lanyard with Metal Swivel Hook (2137-500X)

    Premium 3/8" Flat Breakaway Lanyard with Metal Swivel Hook (2137-500X)

    #2137-50XX

    $0.42$0.87-51%
  3. 47% OFFBreakaway Lanyard with No Twist Plastic ID Clip - MRI and Metal Detector Friendly (2137-474X)

    Breakaway Lanyard with No Twist Plastic ID Clip - MRI and Metal Detector Friendly (2137-474X)

    #2137-47XX

    $0.46$0.87-47%
  4. 33% OFFKids Double-Ended Breakaway Lanyard with Two Hooks, 12.5 in (SPID-2330)

    Kids Double-Ended Breakaway Lanyard with Two Hooks, 12.5 in (SPID-2330)

    #SPID-2330-XXXXX

    $0.39$0.59-33%
  5. 38% OFFAdjustable Breakaway Lanyards Great For All Sizes (2137-203X)

    Adjustable Breakaway Lanyards Great For All Sizes (2137-203X)

    #2137-20XX

    $0.62$1.01-38%
  6. 37% OFFFlat Wide Breakaway Lanyard with Swivel Hook - 5/8 Inch Width (2138-500X)

    Flat Wide Breakaway Lanyard with Swivel Hook - 5/8 Inch Width (2138-500X)

    #2138-50XX

    $0.74$1.18-37%
  7. 20% OFFAdult Double-Ended Breakaway Lanyard with Two J Hooks (SPID-2340)

    Adult Double-Ended Breakaway Lanyard with Two J Hooks (SPID-2340)

    #SPID-2340-XXXXX

    $0.79$0.99-20%
  8. 43% OFFNeon Lanyard with Safety Breakaway Clasp - High Visibility Bright Soft Lanyards (2138-504X)

    Neon Lanyard with Safety Breakaway Clasp - High Visibility Bright Soft Lanyards (2138-504X)

    #2138-50XX

    $0.67$1.18-43%
  9. Breakaway Badge Lanyard with Retractable Reel (SPID-210X)

    Breakaway Badge Lanyard with Retractable Reel (SPID-210X)

    #SPID-210X

    $1.76
  10. Top Load 3-Card Badge Holder with Heavy Duty Lanyard (SPID-9070)

    Top Load 3-Card Badge Holder with Heavy Duty Lanyard (SPID-9070)

    #SPID-9070-BLACK

    $2.84
  11. 45% OFFWide 5/8" Lanyard with No Twist Plastic Hook (2138-478X)

    Wide 5/8" Lanyard with No Twist Plastic Hook (2138-478X)

    #2138-47XX

    $0.60$1.11-45%
  12. 41% OFF3/8" Flat Breakaway Lanyard with Bulldog Clip for ID Badges (2137-600X)

    3/8" Flat Breakaway Lanyard with Bulldog Clip for ID Badges (2137-600X)

    #2137-60XX

    $0.51$0.87-41%
  13. 37% OFFPremium Wide Breakaway Lanyard with Detachable Lobster Claw Clasp - Great for Keys or Badges (2138-362X)

    Premium Wide Breakaway Lanyard with Detachable Lobster Claw Clasp - Great for Keys or Badges (2138-362X)

    #2138-362X

    $0.97$1.55-37%
  14. 46% OFFLigature Resistant Triple Breakaway Lanyard with 3 Safety Release Points (2137-300X)

    Ligature Resistant Triple Breakaway Lanyard with 3 Safety Release Points (2137-300X)

    #2137-300X

    $0.62$1.16-46%
  15. 29% OFFHall Pass Lanyard with Orange Hall Pass Card, Unbreakable (SPID-9800-HALL)

    Hall Pass Lanyard with Orange Hall Pass Card, Unbreakable (SPID-9800-HALL)

    #SPID-9800-HALL

    $1.54$2.17-29%
  16. MRI Safe 1/4" Breakaway Lanyard with Diamond Slider & Detachable Plastic Hook (2135-45XX)

    MRI Safe 1/4" Breakaway Lanyard with Diamond Slider & Detachable Plastic Hook (2135-45XX)

    #2135-45XX

    $0.98
  17. 60% OFF1/8" Round Breakaway Lanyard with Metal Swivel Hook (2137-200X)

    1/8" Round Breakaway Lanyard with Metal Swivel Hook (2137-200X)

    #2137-20XX

    $0.42$1.05-60%
  18. Heavy Duty 1/4" Breakaway Lanyard with Diamond Slider & Detachable Key Ring (2135-454X)

    Heavy Duty 1/4" Breakaway Lanyard with Diamond Slider & Detachable Key Ring (2135-454X)

    #2135-454X

    $1.08
  19. Heavy Duty 1/4" Breakaway Lanyard with Diamond Slider & Detachable Swivel Hook (2135-450X)

    Heavy Duty 1/4" Breakaway Lanyard with Diamond Slider & Detachable Swivel Hook (2135-450X)

    #2135-450X

    $1.08
  20. Round Heavy Duty "No-Twist" Breakaway Black Lanyard w/ Slider (P/N FF-34H-BLK)

    Round Heavy Duty "No-Twist" Breakaway Black Lanyard w/ Slider (P/N FF-34H-BLK)

    #FF-34H-BLK

    $0.84
  21. EK USA One Hander RFID Blocking Badge Holder with Detachable Lanyard (10983)

    EK USA One Hander RFID Blocking Badge Holder with Detachable Lanyard (10983)

    #10983-Black

    $24.95
  22. U.S. Army Breakaway Lanyard with Detachable Buckle and Badge Clip, Officially Licensed (SPID-2030-ARMY)

    U.S. Army Breakaway Lanyard with Detachable Buckle and Badge Clip, Officially Licensed (SPID-2030-ARMY)

    #SPID-2030-ARMY

    $4.95
  23. 37% OFF5/8" Quick-Lock Breakaway Badge Reel Lanyard (2136-3521)

    5/8" Quick-Lock Breakaway Badge Reel Lanyard (2136-3521)

    #2136-3521

    $1.49$2.38-37%
  24. 44% OFFReflective "Safety First" Printed ID Neck Lanyard With Metal Swivel Hook 2135-25XX

    Reflective "Safety First" Printed ID Neck Lanyard With Metal Swivel Hook 2135-25XX

    #2135-252X

    $1.56$2.79-44%
  25. 61% OFFAutism Awareness Breakaway Lanyard with Swivel Hook (2138-5281, 2138-5282)

    Autism Awareness Breakaway Lanyard with Swivel Hook (2138-5281, 2138-5282)

    #2138-528X

    $0.68$1.78-61%
  26. 20% OFFCute Polka Dot Pattern Fashion Lanyard With Lobster Hook And Key Ring(P/N 2138-728X)

    Cute Polka Dot Pattern Fashion Lanyard With Lobster Hook And Key Ring(P/N 2138-728X)

    #2138-728X

    $1.32$1.67-20%
  27. 30% OFFWide 5/8" Breakaway Lanyard with Bulldog Clip (2138-600X)

    Wide 5/8" Breakaway Lanyard with Bulldog Clip (2138-600X)

    #2138-60XX

    $0.74$1.07-30%
  28. 3% OFFEK USA Guardian RFID Blocking Hard Shell Badge Holder with Detachable Lanyard (10935)

    EK USA Guardian RFID Blocking Hard Shell Badge Holder with Detachable Lanyard (10935)

    #10935-Black

    $24.99$25.99-3%
  29. Hall Pass Lanyard - Safety Breakaway Lanyards with Swivel Hook (SPID-2190)

    Hall Pass Lanyard - Safety Breakaway Lanyards with Swivel Hook (SPID-2190)

    #SPID-2190-ORANGE

    $0.52
  30. 49% OFFMetal Free Lanyard with Narrow Plastic Hook - MRI Safe 3/8 Inch Lanyard with Safety Breakaway Clasp (2137-40XX)

    Metal Free Lanyard with Narrow Plastic Hook - MRI Safe 3/8 Inch Lanyard with Safety Breakaway Clasp (2137-40XX)

    #2137-4XXX

    $0.46$0.91-49%
  31. 44% OFF3/8" Flat Breakaway Lanyard with Key Ring (2137-365X)

    3/8" Flat Breakaway Lanyard with Key Ring (2137-365X)

    #2137-36XX

    $0.48$0.87-44%
  32. 47% OFFAmerican Flag Breakaway Lanyard with Swivel Hook (2138-5081)

    American Flag Breakaway Lanyard with Swivel Hook (2138-5081)

    #2138-5081

    $0.94$1.78-47%

What is a breakaway lanyard?

A breakaway lanyard looks and wears like a standard lanyard but includes a discreet safety clasp at the neck. Under a sharp pull (for example, if it catches on equipment or is pulled during movement), the clasp pops open to minimize risk, then snaps back together for continued use.

Build Your Setup

  • Attachments: Choose metal swivel hooks, bulldog clips, split rings, J-hooks, or strap clips to match your badge holder (rigid, vinyl, or slot-punched cards).
  • Quick-release buckle: Optional detachable buckle at chest height for removing your badge without taking the lanyard off.
  • Add a reel: Pair a retractable badge reel for tap-and-go access at doors and turnstiles while retaining the safety of a neck breakaway.
  • Holders and accessories: Protect credentials with rigid holders (AC-915, AH-150, B-Holder), add RFID-blocking options where policy allows (AH-210, EK 10943), and improve role visibility with badge buddies (standard or custom).

Customization and Branding

  • Add your logo, department, or security messaging; match brand or role colors; choose widths and materials for comfort and print area.
  • Typical production time for custom breakaway lanyards is about 10–14 business days after artwork approval, depending on method and quantity.

Breakaway Lanyards Frequently Asked Questions

Are breakaway lanyards required?Requirements vary by organization, but breakaway is commonly mandated in healthcare, education, manufacturing, and public-facing roles to reduce snag risk.

Will the breakaway clasp open during normal use?Quality breakaway clasps are designed to stay closed during everyday wear and release only under a sharp pull.

Can I use a retractable reel with a breakaway lanyard?Yes. Many teams pair a reel with a breakaway lanyard, or choose an integrated lanyard + reel combo for convenience.

What attachment should I choose?Swivel hooks pair well with slot-punched cards and most holders; bulldog clips work with badges that don’t have a slot; strap clips thread through a slot or keyhole.

Can you match our brand colors and print both sides?Yes. Share your brand guidelines and we’ll recommend the best print method for your design and quantity.

Why Specialist ID?

We make identification safe, simple, and reliable. Our breakaway lanyards are selected with feedback from healthcare, government, education, and enterprise customers to balance safety, comfort, and durability. Pair them with our complete ID ecosystem reels, badge buddies, rigid and RFID-blocking holders, plus ID printers and supplies for a cohesive, compliant solution. As a family-owned U.S. company since 2001 with 40,000+ reviews, we back every program with expert guidance, free samples on many items, fast quotes, W-9 and tax-exempt support, and quantity discounts to scale with your needs.

Talk to a live specialist: 1‑800‑380‑6726

Enterprise sales and quotes: 888‑559‑1940

Email: Sales@SpecialistID.com

Sample requests: Visit our Sample Request page or email us