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Why it was recalled
Sparking from the metallic decorations on the tea sets can result if used in a microwave oven, posing a risk of fire.
Incidents and injuries
International Coffee & Tea has received one report from a consumer of a tea cup sparking when used in a microwave oven. No injuries have been reported.
Official remedy
Consumers should return the tea sets to The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf® stores for a full refund. Consumers who purchased the product on-line can contact The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf company for instructions on returning the tea sets by mail.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Formation Brands LLC
- Recall number
- 10-348
- Units
- About 1,600
- Manufactured in
- China
- Sold at / sales period
- The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf® stores in California, Arizona and Nevada for about $12, and online at www.coffeebean.com for about $10 from March 2010 through August 2010.
- Importer
- Formation Brands LLC, of South San Francisco, Calif.
Tea Sets
CPSC product type: Coffeemakers/Coffeepots/Teapots/Kettles
Recall contact information
For additional information, contact The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf® at (800) 832-5323/(800) TEA LEAF between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday or visit the firm's website at www.coffeebean.com
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