Starbucks Recalls Glass Water Bottles Due to Laceration Hazard
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Date of Recall:
Thursday, January 28th, 2010
CPSC Release Number:
10-125
Manufactured In:
Taiwan
Company Phone Number:
(877) 492-6333
Units:
About 11,000 in the United States and 1,200 in Canada
Importer:
Starbucks Coffee Company, of Seattle, Wash.
Sold By:
Starbucks company-operated stores and at Starbucks locations in Safeway and Target stores nationwide during January 2010 for about $9.
Problem/Hazard:
The glass water bottle and/or its stopper can shatter when the consumer is removing or inserting the stopper, posing a laceration hazard to consumers.
Injuries/Incidents:
The firm has received 10 reports of either glass stoppers or water bottles shattering, including eight reports of hand lacerations.
Description:
This recall involves clear glass water bottles with SKU number 11003503. The 20-ounce water bottles have the words "Glass Water Bottle" printed on a blue label affixed to the bottle.
Remedy:
Consumers should immediately stop using the glass water bottles and return the product to the Starbucks location where purchased to receive a full refund. Starbucks is also offering a complimentary beverage, of any size, to consumers upon return of the glass water bottles.
Consumer Contact:
For additional information, contact Starbucks at (877) 492-6333 between 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm’s Web site at www.starbucks.com
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