PAPYRUS Signature Collection Red 17-Inch Decorative Trees Recalled Due to Risk of Exposure to Mold

Recalled December 20, 2012 · CPSC recall 13081 · PAPYRUS

Hazard

The presence of Aspergillus mold spores were discovered on the products, posing a risk of respiratory or other infections in individuals with chronic health problems or who have impaired immune systems.

Remedy

Refund

Units

About 455 in the U.S. and about 75 in Canada

Incidents / injuries

None reported.

Description

The recalled decorative tree is made of a metallic-looking resin and painted red with a gold base and raised gold and red embellishments. It stands 17-inches high and is packaged in a decorative box made of heavy paperstock, distressed painting finish and jeweled lid details. The UPC code, 9000165441, can be found on the back of the product's hangtag with the PAPYRUS logo or on a label on the bottom of the box.

What to do

Consumers should immediately put the tree in a container return it and the decorative box to their nearest PAPYRUS or contact Schurman Retail Group for instructions on how to return the product.

Contact

Schurman Retail Group toll free at (855) 730-7998 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or online at www.papyrusonline.com and click on Recalls for more information.

Product

2012 PAPYRUS Signature Collection Tree

Manufacturer(s)

Idianale Inc./Dekokraft, Inc., of Pasig City, Philippines

Imported by

Schurman Retail Group, of Fairfield, Calif.

Retailers

PAPYRUS stores in the U.S. and Canada September 2012 to November 2012 for about $54.

Made in

Philippines

Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. Official recall notice on cpsc.gov →