Cost Plus Inc. Recalls Tea Glasses Due to Risk of Lead Exposure
Recalled May 27, 2010 · CPSC recall 10249 · Cost Plus
Hazard
The Moroccan tea glasses contain excessive levels of lead in the exterior coloring. Lead is toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health effects.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled tea glasses for food or beverage and return the glasses to any Cost Plus/World Market store for a full refund.
Units
About 14,000
Incidents / injuries
None reported.
Description
The recalled Moroccan tea glasses were sold in 7-ounce and 11.25-ounce sizes. The glasses have an etched graphic design on the outside of the glass and were sold in assorted colors such as blue, green, and red.
What to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled tea glasses for food or beverage and return the glasses to any Cost Plus/World Market store for a full refund.
Contact
For additional information, contact Cost Plus toll-free at (877) 967-5362 between 7 a.m. and 12 p.m. ET any day or visit the firm's Web site at www.worldmarket.com
Product
Moroccan tea glasses
Distributed by
Cost Plus Inc., of Oakland, Calif.
Retailers
Cost Plus/World Market stores nationwide from June 2009 through November 2009 for about $5 for the 7-ounce tea glass and about $6 for the 11.25-ounce tea glass.
Made in
Morocco
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. Official recall notice on cpsc.gov →