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InjuryNovember 15, 2011CPSC #12040

Michaels Stores Recalls Ashland Brand Glass Vase Due to Laceration Hazard

Product
Vases
Units affected
28,000
Remedy
refund

What was recalled

The vase is rectangular and made of clear glass. It is 12 inches tall, 8 inches wide and 2.5 inches deep. The SKU number "425827" and UPC number "6-927619-661665" are printed on a label on the bottom of the vase.

Hazard

The glass vases can break or fracture when a consumer picks them up, posing a laceration hazard.

Injuries

The firm has received four reports of the vase shattering, causing lacerations to the hands for all four. One person had surgery, two got stitches.

Made in

China

Where it was sold

  • Michaels Arts & Crafts Stores from January 2008 through October 2011 for about $20.

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