Michaels Stores Recalls Seasonal Writing Pens Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard
Recalled April 10, 2008 · CPSC recall 08248 · Michaels Stores
Hazard
The seasonal writing pens' surface coating contains high levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using the recalled pens immediately and return them to any Michaels store to receive a refund.
Units
About 310,000
Incidents / injuries
None reported.
Description
The recalled pens were sold individually as one of four-series pens including Flower Writer; Christmas Writer; Easter Writer and Spooky Writer. Each pen has themed decorations including flowers, Christmas, Easter and Halloween ornamentation.
What to do
Consumers should stop using the recalled pens immediately and return them to any Michaels store to receive a refund.
Contact
For additional information, contact Michaels' customer service at (800) 642-4235/(800) MICHAELS between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.michaels.com
Product
Flower Writers; Christmas Writers; Easter Writers; and Spooky Writers Seasonal Writing Pens
Distributed by
Michaels Stores Inc., of Irving, Texas
Retailers
Michaels retail stores nationwide from August 2007 through March 2008 for about $1.
Made in
China
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. Official recall notice on cpsc.gov →