Michaels Recalls Artificial Poinsettias Due to Risk of Mold Exposure
Recall 16103 · Feb 17, 2016 · Michaels
425,000
units affected
425,000
units affected
Facts
- Recall number
- 16103
- Date
- Feb 17, 2016
- Company
- Michaels
- Units affected
- 425,000
- Product
- Ashland Poinsettia Stems and Bushes
- Product type
- Artificial Flowers or Plants
- Remedy
- Refund
- Hazard
- Other or not stated
The product
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 can happen
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.
The fix
Consumers should immediately stop using the poinsettia flowers and return them to any Michaels store for a full refund.
Incidents and where it was sold
- Incidents
- None reported
- Sold at
- Michaels stores nationwide from October 2015 through November 2015 for about $4 for the stem and $7 for the bush
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Questions and answers
What should I do with the recalled ashland poinsettia stems and bushes?
Consumers should immediately stop using the poinsettia flowers and return them to any Michaels store for a full refund.
What is the 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.
A recall means the maker found a safety problem and offers a free fix; it does not mean every unit has the problem. Units affected are as reported by the company. Popular models sell more and so have more recalls and complaints. Official public data; texts are shortened. Contact the company named above for the remedy.