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OtherApril 10, 2008CPSC #08248

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

Product
Pens/Pencils & Accessories
Units affected
310,000
Remedy
refund

What was recalled

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.

Hazard

The seasonal writing pens' surface coating contains high levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard.

Injuries

None reported.

Made in

China

Where it was sold

  • Michaels retail stores nationwide from August 2007 through March 2008 for about $1.

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Recalled Seasonal Writing Pens
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