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Product recall · CPSCOctober 9, 2007Serious
Starbucks Children's Plastic Cups
The notice asks people to return it — see below for how.
What’s wrong
If the cup is dropped, the colorful face on the cup can break off and leave small parts or sharp exposed edges that can pose a choking or laceration hazard to young children.
The Recall Registry rates this serious — Risk of severe physical injury.
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 take the recalled cups away from young children and contact Starbucks for instructions on returning the cups for a refund. Starbucks is also offering a complimentary beverage as an incentive to return the recalled cups.
Who to contact: For additional information, contact Starbucks at (888) 288-4008 anytime or visit the firm's Web site at www.starbucks.com
The product
The recall includes four styles of Starbucks children's plastic 10-ounce cups. Styles include: "Dot" Red Ladybug; "Dash" Green Turtle; Bunny Pink; and Chick Yellow cups.
Details
- Units affected
- About 250,000
- Recall date
- October 9, 2007
- Brand
- Starbucks Coffee Co., of Seattle, Wash.
- Injuries reported
- None reported
- What has been reported
- Starbucks has received seven reports of the cups breaking, including two reports in which a child began to choke on a broken piece. No injuries have been reported.
Starbucks stores nationwide from May 2006 through August 2007 for about $6.
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: “Starbucks Recalls Children's Plastic Cups Due to Choking and Laceration Hazards”
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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