Cost Plus Inc. Recalls Tea Glasses Due to Risk of Lead Exposure
Recall 10249 · May 27, 2010 · Cost Plus Inc.
14,000
units affected
14,000
units affected
Facts
- Recall number
- 10249
- Date
- May 27, 2010
- Company
- Cost Plus Inc.
- Units affected
- 14,000
- Product
- Moroccan tea glasses
- Product type
- Dishes/Glassware/Eating Utensils
- Hazard
- Poisoning
The product
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 can happen
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.
The fix
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.
Incidents and where it was sold
- Incidents
- None reported.
- Sold at
- 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.
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Questions and answers
What should I do with the recalled moroccan tea glasses?
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.
What is the 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.
A recall means the maker found a safety problem and offers a free fix; it does not mean every unit has the problem. Units affected are as reported by the company. Popular models sell more and so have more recalls and complaints. Official public data; texts are shortened. Contact the company named above for the remedy.