Michaels Recalls Artificial Poinsettias Due to Risk of Mold Exposure
Source: CPSC Recall #16103
Recall Date
2016-02-17
Manufacturer
Michaels Stores Procurement Company Inc. ("MSPCI"), of Irving, Texas
Units Affected
About 425,000 (in addition, 6,600 were sold in Canada)
Products Involved
Ashland Poinsettia Stems and Bushes
Hazard
Mold can be present on the stems and bushes, posing a risk of respiratory or other infections in consumers with compromised immune systems, damaged lungs or an allergy to mold.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the poinsettia flowers and return them to any Michaels store for a full refund.
Reported Injuries
None reported
Sold At
Michaels stores nationwide from October 2015 through November 2015 for about $4 for the stem and $7 for the bush
Manufactured In
China
Full Recall Description
This recall involves Ashland® artificial poinsettia flowers sold in single stems and bushes. The poinsettia has red leaves, green stems and gold-colored accents in the center of the leaves. A label affixed to the stem at purchase has SKU number 426830 on the single stem and SKU number 424066 on the bush. The Ashland logo is printed on a sticker attached to the product.
Data source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) via SaferProducts.gov.
For the most current recall information, check directly with CPSC or the manufacturer.
Last verified: 2026-03-28