WASHINGTON, Dec. 7, 2016 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2017/Schurman-Retail-Group-Recalls-Gift-Boxes
Recall Summary
Name of Product: VIVID Red Wine Crush Gift Boxes
Hazard: Mold can be present on the boxes, posing a risk of respiratory or other infections in individuals with compromised immune systems, damaged lungs or an allergy to mold.
Remedy: Refund
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled paper boxes and return them to PAPYRUS, Paper Destiny or Carlton Cards Stores for a full refund or contact Schurman Retail Group for instructions on how to return the product.
Consumer Contact: Schurman Retail Group toll-free at 855-730-7998 from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or online at www.papyrusonline.com and click on "Recall Information" for more information.
Recall Details
Units: About 8,400 (in addition, about 2 were sold in Canada)
Description: This recall involves decorative gift boxes constructed with metallic decorative papercoverings. The boxes are red, packaged in a clear cellophane sealed bag and have the phrase "VIVID handmade" printed on the bottom in gold-colored ink.
SKU# |
Item # |
Description |
UPC |
Dimensions
|
819668 |
GBX171M.25/20 |
Box Medium Cube, Red Wine Crush |
5055739024327 |
5 in. x 5 in. x 5 in. |
819669 |
GBX171S.25/20 |
Box Small Cube, Red Wine Crush |
5055739024334 |
4 in. x 4 in. x 4 in. |
Incidents/Injuries: The firm has received nine reports of respiratory irritation from contact with the boxes.
Sold at: PAPYRUS, Paper Destiny and Carlton Cards Stores in October 2016 for between $5 and $7.
Importer: Schurman Retail Group, of Fairfield, Calif.
Manufactured in: India
Note: Health Canada's press release is available at: http://healthycanadians.gc.ca/recall-alert-rappel-avis/hc-sc/2016/61322r-eng.php
This recall was conducted, voluntarily by the company, under CPSC's Fast Track Recall process. Fast Track recalls are initiated by firms, who commit to work with CPSC to quickly announce the recall and remedy to protect consumers.
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