Tea Sets Recalled by The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf® Due to Fire Hazard
What was recalled
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.
Hazard
Sparking from the metallic decorations on the tea sets can result if used in a microwave oven, posing a risk of fire.
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.
Made in
China
Where it was sold
- 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.
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