Boston Warehouse Trading Corp. Recalls Holiday Travel Mugs Due to Fire Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Meijer Stores
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2020-01-09). Hazards: fire. About 2,400 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 20050 |
| Published | 2020-01-09 |
| Last updated | 2020-01-09 |
| Products | Holiday Travel Mugs |
| Firm named in the title | Boston Warehouse Trading Corp. |
| Firms | Boston Warehouse Trading Corp., of Norwood, Mass. (manufacturer); Meijer Distribution Inc., of Grand Rapids, Mich. (importer) |
| Manufactured in | China |
| Units (US) | 2,400 |
| Hazard classes | fire |
| Remedy classes | refund, stop use |
| Sold | Exclusively at Meijer stores nationwide from October 2019 through November 2019 for about $10. |
Description
This recall involves Holiday Travel mugs with lids. They have a decal with "Let it Snow" or "Merry and Bright" in gold metallic lettering. The bottom portion of the mugs is red or green and the top half portion is white. The lids are black. They measure 7 inches tall. "Microwave safe" is written on the backstamp under the glaze and on the wrap band.
Hazard
The mugs are mislabeled as microwave safe. If microwaved, the metallic print on the mug can spark, posing a fire hazard.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled mugs and return them to place of purchase for a full refund or contact Boston Warehouse Trading Corp.
Incidents and injuries
The firm has received one report of sparks when a consumer used the mug in a microwave. No injuries have been reported.
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