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Home & Furniture/Home Decor

Michaels Recalls Artificial Poinsettias Due to Risk of Mold Exposure

Agency Publication Date: February 17, 2016
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Summary

Michaels is recalling approximately 425,000 Ashland brand artificial poinsettia stems and bushes because mold can develop on the products. The recall includes single stems and bushes featuring red leaves, green stems, and gold-colored centers. These items were sold nationwide between October 2015 and November 2015. Consumers who purchased these flowers should stop using them immediately and return them to any Michaels store for a full refund.

Risk

Mold present on the stems and bushes poses a risk of respiratory or other infections, particularly for consumers with compromised immune systems, lung damage, or mold allergies.

What You Should Do

  1. Check your artificial poinsettias for the Ashland logo on a sticker attached to the product.
  2. Locate the SKU number on the label affixed to the stem; affected products have SKU number 426830 (single stem) or SKU number 424066 (bush).
  3. Immediately stop using the recalled poinsettia flowers if they match these identifiers.
  4. Return the poinsettias to any Michaels store location to receive a full refund.
  5. Contact Michaels at 800-642-4235 from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit www.michaels.com and click on 'Product Recalls' for more information.
  6. Call the CPSC Hotline at 800-638-2772 if you have additional questions regarding this recall.

Your Remedy Options

💰Full Refund

Consumers should immediately stop using the poinsettia flowers and return them to any Michaels store for a full refund.

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.

Affected Products

Product: Ashland Poinsettia Single Stem
Model:
SKU 426830
Date Ranges: October 2015 - November 2015
Product: Ashland Poinsettia Bush
Model:
SKU 424066
Date Ranges: October 2015 - November 2015

Product Images

SKU 424066 Red Poinsettia Bush

SKU 424066 Red Poinsettia Bush

SKU 426830 Red Poinsettia Stem

SKU 426830 Red Poinsettia Stem

Additional Information

Agency: Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC)
Recall ID: 16103
Status: Active
Sold By: Michaels stores nationwide from October 2015 through November 2015 for about $4 for the stem and $7 for the bush
Manufactured In: China
Units Affected: About 425,000 (in addition, 6,600 were sold in Canada)
Distributed To: Nationwide
Importer: Michaels Stores Procurement Company Inc. ("MSPCI"), of Irving, Texas
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.
Agency Last Updated: February 17, 2016

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AI-Enhanced Content: The summary, action steps, and risk assessment on this page were generated by AI from official government recall data to improve readability. This is not legal or medical advice. Always refer to the official agency sources below for authoritative information.

Sources: CPSC Notice · Raw API Response