THC vapes sold in Michigan recalled over oil that could harm lungs
The packaging of the recalled vapes (Photo: CRA)
LANSING, Mich. (FOX 2) - Customers are advised not to use certain vapes sold in Michigan because they contain an oil that could cause lung damage when inhaled.
Late last week, the Cannabis Regulatory Agency (CRA) announced the voluntary recall of several flavors of Platinum Vape brand vape cartridges that contain Medium Chain Triglyceride Chain (MCT) oil.
Recalled flavors include Garlic Cookie, Blazing Blue Cheese, Banana Candy, and Grape Valley Kush.
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According to the CRA, MCT oil is commonly found in oral supplements and food. The non-THC oil naturally occurs in many foods, including cheese and yogurt.
However, when inhaled, MCT oil can cause respiratory health issues. Michigan's CRA began targeted testing for MCT oils in vapes last fall.
"From a public health and safety standpoint, the potential for adverse effects with MCT oil underscores the importance of safety guidelines for product development," CRA Executive Director Brian Hanna said in a memo released last June.
What's next:
The CRA is working with dispensaries that have these vapes in their inventory to retrieve and dispose of the products.
What you can do:
Customers who purchased Garlic Cookie, Blazing Blue Cheese, Banana Candy, or Grape Valley Kush Platinum Vape products after March 4, 2024, should check the Metric Tag number to ensure they do not have the recalled products.
Find a list of tag numbers here.
If you do have one of the recalled vapes, return it to where you purchased it or dispose of it.
Customers who used these vapes and had adverse reactions are asked to report it to the CRA here or by calling 517-284-8599.
The Source: Information from the Michigan Cannabis Regulatory Agency and WebMD was used to report this story.