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Michaels Recalls Artificial Poinsettias Due to Risk of Mold Exposure

Reported: February 17, 2016 Initiated: February 17, 2016 #16103

Product 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.

Reason for Recall

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.

Details

Units Affected
About 425,000 (in addition, 6,600 were sold in Canada)
Official Source
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2016/Michaels-Recalls-Artificial-Poinsettias

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled? ▼
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.. Units affected: About 425,000 (in addition, 6,600 were sold in Canada).
Why was this product recalled? ▼
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.
What should consumers do? ▼
Consumers should immediately stop using the poinsettia flowers and return them to any Michaels store for a full refund.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the CPSC on February 17, 2016. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 16103.

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