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Boston Warehouse Trading Corp. Holiday Travel Mugs
The notice says to stop using it — see below for what to do.
What’s wrong
The mugs are mislabeled as microwave safe. If microwaved, the metallic print on the mug can spark, posing a fire hazard.
The Recall Registry rates this serious — Fire or burn risk.
What it looks like
Photos help. Identifiers decide. Appearance can vary by color, finish or packaging. Confirm the model number, date code or other identifier in the official notice.
Recall image provided by CPSC
What to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled mugs and return them to place of purchase for a full refund or contact Boston Warehouse Trading Corp.
Who to contact: Boston Warehouse Trading Corp. toll-free at 888-923-2982 from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday, email customer.service@bwtc.com, or online at www.bwtc.com and click on recall at the top of the page for more information.
The product
This recall involves Holiday Travel mugs with lids. They have a decal with "Let it Snow" or "Merry and Bright" in gold metallic lettering. The bottom portion of the mugs is red or green and the top half portion is white. The lids are black. They measure 7 inches tall. "Microwave safe" is written on the backstamp under the glaze and on the wrap band.
Details
- Units affected
- About 2,400
- Recall date
- January 9, 2020
- Brand
- Boston Warehouse Trading Corp., of Norwood, Mass., Meijer Distribution Inc., of Grand Rapids, Mich.
- Injuries reported
- None reported
- What has been reported
- The firm has received one report of sparks when a consumer used the mug in a microwave. No injuries have been reported.
Exclusively at Meijer stores nationwide from October 2019 through November 2019 for about $10.
The official notice
This recall was issued by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. The Recall Registry summarises it — always confirm the details at the source.
Their exact wording: “Boston Warehouse Trading Corp. Recalls Holiday Travel Mugs Due to Fire Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Meijer Stores”
Worried about the other things in your house? You can write down what you have and be told if one is recalled — or, if you sell second-hand, check your whole stock at once.
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