Recall #06-512 · Published November 28, 2005

Ceramic Teapots

CPSC, Starbucks Coffee Company Announce Recall of Ceramic Teapots

CPSC published a recall notice for Ceramic Teapots from Starbucks Coffee Company on November 28, 2005. CPSC identifies this 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. The official remedy states: 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.

Recalled Teapot
Recalled Teapot
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Why it was recalled

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.

Incidents and injuries

Starbucks has received one report of a teapot handle that overheated in a microwave oven.

Official 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.

Product and sales details

Manufacturer
Starbucks Coffee Company, of Seattle, Wash.
Recall number
06-512
Units
About 257
Manufactured in
China
Sold at / sales period
Certain large Starbucks stores nationwide from August 2005 through mid-September 2005 for about $25.

Ceramic Teapots

CPSC product type: Coffeemakers/Coffeepots/Teapots/Kettles

Recall contact information

For more information, contact Starbucks Coffee Customer Relations at (800) 235-2883 between 9 a.m. and 6 p.m. ET any day.

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