Michaels Stores Recalls Seasonal Writing Pens Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard
CPSC recall 08248 · announced April 10, 2008 · Michaels Stores · 310,000 units affected
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.
The hazard
The seasonal writing pens' surface coating contains high levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard.
What to do (per CPSC)
Consumers should stop using the recalled pens immediately and return them to any Michaels store to receive a refund.
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): None reported.
Sold at: Michaels retail stores nationwide from August 2007 through March 2008 for about $1.
Consumer 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
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.