CPSC, Starbucks Coffee Company Announce Recall of Ceramic Teapots
What was recalled
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.
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.
Injuries
Starbucks has received one report of a teapot handle that overheated in a microwave oven.
Made in
China
Where it was sold
- Certain large Starbucks stores nationwide from August 2005 through mid-September 2005 for about $25.
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