CPSC, Starbucks Coffee Company Announce Recall of Ceramic Teapots
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2005-11-28). Hazards: burn. About 257 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 06512 |
| Published | 2005-11-28 |
| Last updated | 2024-07-24 |
| Product category | Coffeemakers/Coffeepots/Teapots/Kettles |
| Products | Ceramic Teapots |
| Firm named in the title | Starbucks Coffee Company |
| Firms | Starbucks Coffee Company, of Seattle, Wash. (manufacturer) |
| Manufactured in | China |
| Units (US) | 257 |
| Hazard classes | burn |
| Remedy classes | refund, stop use |
| Sold | Certain large Starbucks stores nationwide from August 2005 through mid-September 2005 for about $25. |
Description
This recall involves 40-ounce white ceramic teapots with bamboo handles. The phrase "Microwave and Dishwasher Safe" is printed on the bottom of each teapot.
Hazard
The teapots are labeled safe for microwave use, but the handles can become hot in the microwave oven. This poses a possible burn hazard to consumers.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using the teapots and contact Starbucks for instructions on returning the product for a full refund and a $5 Starbucks gift card.
Incidents and injuries
Starbucks has received one report of a teapot handle that overheated in a microwave oven.
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