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Michaels Recalls Artificial Poinsettias Due to Risk of Mold Exposure

Recalled February 17, 2016 · CPSC recall 16103 · Michaels

SKU 424066 Red Poinsettia BushSKU 426830 Red Poinsettia Stem
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
Refund
Units
About 425,000 (in addition, 6,600 were sold in Canada)
Incidents / injuries
None reported

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.

What to do

Consumers should immediately stop using the poinsettia flowers and return them to any Michaels store for a full refund.

Contact

Michaels at 800-642-4235 from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or online at www.michaels.com and click on "Product Recalls" for more information.

Product
Ashland Poinsettia Stems and Bushes
Imported by
Michaels Stores Procurement Company Inc. ("MSPCI"), of Irving, Texas
Retailers
Michaels stores nationwide from October 2015 through November 2015 for about $4 for the stem and $7 for the bush
Made in
China

Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. Official recall notice on cpsc.gov →