Starbucks Recalls Children's Plastic Cups Due to Choking and Laceration Hazards
Recalled October 9, 2007 · CPSC recall 08017 · Starbucks
Hazard
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.
Remedy
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.
Units
About 250,000
Incidents / injuries
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.
Description
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.
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.
Contact
For additional information, contact Starbucks at (888) 288-4008 anytime or visit the firm's Web site at www.starbucks.com
Product
Starbucks Children's Plastic Cups
Imported by
Starbucks Coffee Co., of Seattle, Wash.
Retailers
Starbucks stores nationwide from May 2006 through August 2007 for about $6.
Made in
China
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. Official recall notice on cpsc.gov →