The Recall Desk
HighCPSC·08248·Announced 2008-04-10

Michaels Recalls Seasonal Writing Pens for Lead Paint Violation

Michaels is recalling approximately 310,000 seasonal writing pens because their surface coating contains high levels of lead, violating federal standards.

What this means for you

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a risk-of-harm product (lead paint violation) where injury has not yet been reported, which aligns with the 'High' severity criteria in the rubric.

Plain-English summary

Michaels Stores Inc. is recalling approximately 310,000 units of Flower Writers, Christmas Writers, Easter Writers, and Spooky Writers seasonal writing pens. The recall was initiated because the surface coating on these pens contains high levels of lead, which violates the federal lead paint standard.

The affected pens were sold individually at Michaels retail stores nationwide from August 2007 through March 2008 for approximately $1 each. The pens feature themed decorations including flowers, Christmas, Easter, and Halloween ornamentation. The products were manufactured in China.

No injuries have been reported in connection with these pens. Consumers should stop using the recalled pens immediately and return them to any Michaels store to receive a refund. For additional information, customers may contact Michaels' customer service at (800) 642-4235 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit www.michaels.com.

The recalled product

Product
Flower Writers; Christmas Writers; Easter Writers; and Spooky Writers Seasonal Writing Pens
Category
Consumer Product — Writing Instruments
Hazard
Affected units
310,000

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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