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Schurman Retail Group Recalls Gift Boxes Due to Risk of Mold Exposure

Recall 17-046 · December 7, 2016 · Schurman Retail

What to doConsumers 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.

Read the official CPSC notice

Recall at a glance

Recall number
17-046 (CPSC)
Recall date
December 7, 2016
Brand
Schurman Retail
Category
Other consumer products
Products
VIVID Red Wine Crush Gift Boxes
Hazard
Risk of Mold Exposure
Remedy
Refund
Units
About 8,400 (in addition, about 2 were sold in Canada)
Made in
India
Last updated by CPSC
December 7, 2016

What was recalled

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.

Is my product affected?

Compare your product with the details below, including model numbers where listed.

  • VIVID Red Wine Crush Gift Boxes · About 8,400 (in addition, about 2 were sold in Canada) units

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Where it was sold

Companies named in the notice: PAPYRUS, Paper Destiny and Carlton Cards Stores in October 2016 for between $5 and $7.; Schurman Retail Group, of Fairfield, Calif..

Injuries or incidents reported

The firm has received nine reports of respiratory irritation from contact with the boxes.

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 history and context

Since 2019 CPSC has recorded 399 recalls in the other consumer products category, 68 recalls of them in the past 12 months.

Frequently asked questions

What was recalled?

VIVID Red Wine Crush Gift Boxes (About 8,400 (in addition, about 2 were sold in Canada) units). This recall involves decorative gift boxes constructed with metallic decorative paper coverings.

Why was it recalled?

CPSC lists the reason as: Risk of Mold Exposure.

What should I do if I own one?

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.

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Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall data, shown as published and last updated by CPSC on December 7, 2016. Details can change; the official notice is the authority. If your product may be recalled, stop and read the notice before deciding what to do. Terms and disclaimer.