Recall #16-073 · Published January 14, 2016

Monogrammed Coffee Mugs

Altar'd State Recalls Monogrammed Coffee Mugs Due to Fire Hazard

CPSC published a recall notice for Monogrammed Coffee Mugs from Creative Co-Op, Inc. on January 14, 2016. CPSC identifies this hazard: The coffee mugs are mislabeled as microwave safe. If microwaved, the metallic paint accents on the coffee mugs can spark, posing a fire hazard. The official remedy states: The remedy is not available. Destroy and discard this product. The firm does not have the financial resources to fund the recall.

Ceramic Monogrammed Coffee Mug
Ceramic Monogrammed Coffee Mug
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Why it was recalled

The coffee mugs are mislabeled as microwave safe. If microwaved, the metallic paint accents on the coffee mugs can spark, posing a fire hazard.

Incidents and injuries

The firm has received one report of a coffee mug sparking during microwaving. No injuries have been reported.

Official remedy

The remedy is not available. Destroy and discard this product. The firm does not have the financial resources to fund the recall.

Remedy type: Dispose

Product and sales details

Recall number
16-073
Units
About 14,000
Manufactured in
China
Sold at / sales period
Altar'd State stores nationwide from October 2015 through December 2015 for about $15.
Importer
Creative Co-Op, Inc., of Memphis, Tenn.
Distributor
Altar'd State of Knoxville, Tenn.

Monogrammed Coffee Mugs

CPSC product type: Mugs

Recall contact information

Altar'd State at 800-284-7348 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or online at www.altardstate.com and click on "Monogrammed Coffee Mug Recall" for more information.

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