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Product recall · CPSCApril 10, 2008Highest risk
Michaels Stores Seasonal Writing Pens
The notice says to stop using it — see below for what to do.
What’s wrong
The seasonal writing pens' surface coating contains high levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard.
The Recall Registry rates this highest risk — Lead exposure risk.
What it looks like
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What to do
Consumers should stop using the recalled pens immediately and return them to any Michaels store to receive a refund.
Who to 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
The product
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.
Details
- Units affected
- About 310,000
- Recall date
- April 10, 2008
- Made or distributed by
- Michaels Stores Inc., of Irving, Texas
- Injuries reported
- None reported
Michaels retail stores nationwide from August 2007 through March 2008 for about $1.
The official notice
This recall was issued by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. The Recall Registry summarises it — always confirm the details at the source.
Their exact wording: “Michaels Stores Recalls Seasonal Writing Pens Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard”
Worried about the other things in your house? You can write down what you have and be told if one is recalled — or, if you sell second-hand, check your whole stock at once.
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