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CPSC, Starbucks Coffee Company Announce Recall of Ceramic Teapots
Recalled November 28, 2005 · CPSC recall 06512 · Starbucks Coffee
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.
Units
About 257
Incidents / injuries
Starbucks has received one report of a teapot handle that overheated in a microwave oven.
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.
What to do
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.
Contact
For more information, contact Starbucks Coffee Customer Relations at (800) 235-2883 between 9 a.m. and 6 p.m. ET any day.
Product
Ceramic Teapots
Manufacturer(s)
Starbucks Coffee Company, of Seattle, Wash.
Retailers
Certain large Starbucks stores nationwide from August 2005 through mid-September 2005 for about $25.
Made in
China
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. Official recall notice on cpsc.gov →