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Sargent Art Arts and Crafts Paints
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Why it was recalled
The paint can contain harmful bacteria. Exposure to certain bacteria can have adverse health effects in immunocompromised individuals, posing a risk of serious illness including a bacterial infection. Consumers with healthy immune systems are not generally affected by the bacteria.
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The official remedy
Remedy type: refund
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What to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled paints and contact Sargent Art for a full refund.
Product and sales details
ManufacturerSargent Art, of Hazleton, Pa.
UnitsAbout 2.8 million units of paint in the U.S. (in addition, 20,00
Made inUnited States
Sold atHobby Lobby, Walmart and other stores nationwide and online at Amazon.com and ShopSargentArt.com from May 2015 to June 2016 for between $1 and $8.
Price$1 to $8
How to reach the firm
Phone
800-827-8081
9 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET and Monday through Friday
Recall page
www.sargentart.com
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