CPSCGeneral Alert
Michaels Recalls Artificial Poinsettias Due to Risk of Mold Exposure
Published: February 17, 2016Recall ID: 16103Category: generalCountry: US
Reason for Recall / 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.
Product Description & Identification
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.
Affected Products
Ashland Poinsettia Stems and Bushes
Additional Source Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2016/Michaels-Recalls-Artificial-Poinsettias |
| Title | Michaels Recalls Artificial Poinsettias Due to Risk of Mold Exposure |
| Images › 1 › U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/s3fs-public/Recall.2016.16103.SKU424066RedPoinsettiaBush.jpg |
| Images › 1 › Caption | SKU 424066 Red Poinsettia Bush |
| Images › 2 › U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/s3fs-public/Recall.2016.16103.SKU426830RedPoinsettiaStem.jpg |
| Images › 2 › Caption | SKU 426830 Red Poinsettia Stem |
| Hazards › Name | 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. |
| Injuries › Name | None reported |
| Products › Name | Ashland Poinsettia Stems and Bushes |
| Products › Type | Artificial Flowers or Plants |
| Products › Category I D | 67782 |
| Products › Number Of Units | About 425,000 (in addition, 6,600 were sold in Canada) |
| Recall I D | 6658 |
| Remedies › Name | Consumers should immediately stop using the poinsettia flowers and return them to any Michaels store for a full refund. |
| Importers › Name | Michaels Stores Procurement Company Inc. ("MSPCI"), of Irving, Texas |
| Retailers › Name | Michaels stores nationwide from October 2015 through November 2015 for about $4 for the stem and $7 for the bush |
| Recall Date | 2016-02-17T00:00:00 |
| 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. |
| Recall Number | 16103 |
| Remedy Options › Option | Refund |
| Inconjunctions › U R L | http://healthycanadians.gc.ca/recall-alert-rappel-avis/hc-sc/2016/57146r-eng.php |
| Consumer 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. |
| Last Publish Date | 2016-02-17T00:00:00 |
| Manufacturer Countries › Country | China |