CPSC recall 10-348, announced September 16, 2010, covers Formation Brands Tea Sets (about 1,600 units). Sparking from the metallic decorations on the tea sets can result if used in a microwave oven, posing a risk of fire. The notice cites 1 incident report. Consumers should return the tea sets to The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf® stores for a full refund. Recall contact: call (800) 832-5323, or go to www.coffeebean.com.
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The CPSC data does not provide a discrete model-number list for this record. Compare the product description and identification details on the official notice.
Which products are included?
This recall involves the Tea for One "Flourish" design tea pot set, which includes a stackable teapot and cup. The teapot and cup are white ceramic with matching metallic foil decorations on each. The tea cup is marked "Dishwasher and microwave safe" and "Made in China" on the bottom, in English and French.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
Sparking from the metallic decorations on the tea sets can result if used in a microwave oven, posing a risk of fire.
Incidents and injuries
International Coffee & Tea has received one report from a consumer of a tea cup sparking when used in a microwave oven. No injuries have been reported.
Official remedy
Consumers should return the tea sets to The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf® stores for a full refund. Consumers who purchased the product on-line can contact The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf company for instructions on returning the tea sets by mail.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Formation Brands
- Product type
- Coffee makers, Electric kettles
- Recall number
- 10-348
- Units
- About 1,600
- Manufactured in
- China
- Sold at / sales period
- The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf® stores in California, Arizona and Nevada for about $12, and online at www.coffeebean.com for about $10 from March 2010 through August 2010.
- Importer
- Formation Brands LLC, of South San Francisco, Calif.
Tea Sets
CPSC product type: Coffeemakers/Coffeepots/Teapots/Kettles
Recall contact information
For additional information, contact The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf® at (800) 832-5323/(800) TEA LEAF between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday or visit the firm's website at www.coffeebean.com
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