Altar'd State Recalls Monogrammed Coffee Mugs Due to Fire Hazard

Recalled January 14, 2016 · CPSC recall 16073 · Altar'd State

Hazard

The coffee mugs are mislabeled as microwave safe. If microwaved, the metallic paint accents on the coffee mugs can spark, posing a fire hazard.

Remedy

Dispose

Units

About 14,000

Incidents / injuries

The firm has received one report of a coffee mug sparking during microwaving. No injuries have been reported.

Description

This recall involves white ceramic 16-ounce coffee mugs with gold-painted monograms and accent rims. The mugs have a textured design resembling a golf ball, and a "rope" style handle. "Microwave/Dishwasher Safe" is printed in a black panel on the bottom of the coffee mugs.

What to do

The remedy is not available. Destroy and discard this product. The firm does not have the financial resources to fund the recall.

Contact

Altar'd State at 800-284-7348 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or online at www.altardstate.com and click on "Monogrammed Coffee Mug Recall" for more information.

Product

Monogrammed Coffee Mugs

Imported by

Creative Co-Op, Inc., of Memphis, Tenn.

Distributed by

Altar'd State of Knoxville, Tenn.

Retailers

Altar'd State stores nationwide from October 2015 through December 2015 for about $15.

Made in

China

Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. Official recall notice on cpsc.gov →