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Medium RiskCPSCcpsc-4274CHEMICAL EXPOSURE

Michaels Stores Recalls Seasonal Writing Pens Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard

Units Affected
310,000
Recall Date
April 10, 2008
Issuing Agency
Hazard
Chemical Exposure
Michaels Retail Stores Nationwide From August 2007 Through March 2008 For About $1. recall product photo 1

CPSC Recall Notice

Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-4274.

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.

Corrective Action (per CPSC)

Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-4274.

Consumers should stop using the recalled pens immediately and return them to any Michaels store to receive a refund.

✅ What you should do

  1. Stop using the product if you own it.
  2. Check the model number, lot code, or sell-by date against the recall notice above.
  3. Contact Michaels Retail Stores Nationwide From August 2007 Through March 2008 For About $1. or the retailer where you bought it for a refund, replacement, or repair.
  4. For the most current official instructions, visit the CPSC recall page.
  5. If you've been hurt by this product, report the incident to CPSC.

Consumer Contact (per CPSC)

Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-4274.

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

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Michaels Retail Stores Nationwide From August 2007 Through March 2008 For About $1. Recall FAQ

Michaels Retail Stores Nationwide From August 2007 Through March 2008 For About $1. is the subject of a consumer products recall: Michaels Stores Recalls Seasonal Writing Pens Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard. The notice was published on April 10, 2008 by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). Approximately 310,000 units are potentially affected.