Schurman Retail Group Recalls Gift Boxes Due to Risk of Mold Exposure
Red Wine Crush Box
VIVID Red Wine Crush Gift Boxes
Recall Date: December 7th, 2016 Units: About 8,400 (in addition, about 2 were sold in Canada) Hazards:
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. Remedies:
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.
Description
This recall involves decorative gift boxes constructed with metallic decorative paper coverings. 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.
Images:
Red Wine Crush Box
“VIVID handmade” written in gold letters
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.
Injuries:
The firm has received nine reports of respiratory irritation from contact with the boxes.
Retailers:
PAPYRUS, Paper Destiny and Carlton Cards Stores in October 2016 for between $5 and $7.