Michaels Recalls Artificial Poinsettias Due to Risk of Mold Exposure
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2016-02-17). Hazards: microbial. About 425,000 units in the US and 6,600 in Canada.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 16103 |
| Published | 2016-02-17 |
| Last updated | 2016-02-17 |
| Product category | Artificial Flowers or Plants |
| Products | Ashland Poinsettia Stems and Bushes |
| Firm named in the title | Michaels |
| Firms | Michaels Stores Procurement Company Inc. ("MSPCI"), of Irving, Texas (importer) |
| Manufactured in | China |
| Units (US) | 425,000 |
| Units (Canada) | 6,600 |
| Hazard classes | microbial |
| Remedy classes | refund, stop use |
| Sold | Michaels stores nationwide from October 2015 through November 2015 for about $4 for the stem and $7 for the bush |
Description
This recall involves Ashland® artificial poinsettia flowers sold in single stems and bushes. The poinsettia has red leaves, green stems and gold-colored accents in the center of the leaves. A label affixed to the stem at purchase has SKU number 426830 on the single stem and SKU number 424066 on the bush. The Ashland logo is printed on a sticker attached to the product.
Hazard
Mold can be present on the stems and bushes, posing a risk of respiratory or other infections in consumers with compromised immune systems, damaged lungs or an allergy to mold.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the poinsettia flowers and return them to any Michaels store for a full refund.
Incidents and injuries
None reported
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