CONSUMER SAFETY ALERT

The seasonal writing pens' surface coating contains high levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard.
Official Consumer Product Safety Recall • April 10, 2008

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

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.

Required Consumer Action

Consumers should stop using the recalled pens immediately and return them to any Michaels store to receive a refund.

Contact Information

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

Recall Details

Sold At
Michaels retail stores nationwide from August 2007 through March 2008 for about $1.
Injuries
None reported.
Recall Number
08248

Product Information

Product Name
Flower Writers; Christmas Writers; Easter Writers; and Spooky Writers Seasonal Writing Pens
Product Type
Pens/Pencils & Accessories
Number of Units
About 310,000
Distributed By
Michaels Stores Inc., of Irving, Texas
Manufactured In
China

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Full Contact Information

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