Holiday Travel Mugs recalled over fire hazard

Recall date

January 9, 2020

Source

U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC)

Official notice title

Boston Warehouse Trading Corp. Recalls Holiday Travel Mugs Due to Fire Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Meijer Stores

Recall number

20050

Brand / firm

Boston Warehouse Trading Corp., of Norwood, Mass.

Sold / distributed

Exclusively at Meijer stores nationwide from October 2019 through November 2019 for about $10.

Why it was recalled

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

What was recalled

This recall involves Holiday Travel mugs with lids. They have a decal with "Let it Snow" or "Merry and Bright" in gold metallic lettering. The bottom portion of the mugs is red or green and the top half portion is white. The lids are black. They measure 7 inches tall. "Microwave safe" is written on the backstamp under the glaze and on the wrap band.

What to do

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled mugs and return them to place of purchase for a full refund or contact Boston Warehouse Trading Corp.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.