Michaels · Recalled
Michaels Recalls Artificial Poinsettias Due to Risk of Mold Exposure
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.
- Units
- About 425,000 (in addition, 6,600 were sold in Canada)
- Reports
- —
- Injuries
- —
- Deaths
- 0
- Price
- $4–$7
- Remedy
- Refund
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Affected
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.
The file
- Sold at
- Michaels stores nationwide from October 2015 through November 2015 for about $4 for the stem and $7 for the bush
- Product type
- Artificial Flowers or Plants
- Made in
- China
- Recalled by
- Michaels Stores Procurement Company Inc. ("MSPCI"), of Irving, Texas
Incident log
None reported
What the notice says to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the poinsettia flowers and return them to any Michaels store for a full refund.
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.
Recall notice published by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. This site is independent: always confirm on the official notice before acting.
