United KingdomWhat's being recalled
Product Recall for character mugs presenting a health risk.
Type: Kitchen/cooking accessories – Mugs/Cups (Non-Disposable)
Product Codes: 007840, 013167, 013171, 013203, 013208, 596096
Country of Origin: China
Product Description: Character mugs sold in cardboard packaging.
How to identify it
PSD notification number: 2509-0159
Notified by: Local Authority Trading Standards
The hazard
The products present a health risk because they do not meet safety standards for materials intended to come into contact with food. Testing has shown that the coating may release levels of heavy metals that exceed safe limits, which could pose a potential health risk if used with food or beverages.
The products do not meet the requirements of the Materials and Articles in Contact with Food (England) Regulations 2012 or the General Product Safety Regulations 2005.
What to do
The products have been recalled from end users. Owners should stop using affected products immediately and return them to store for a full refund or replacement. For further information, please contact TKMaxx (01923 473561 / customerservice@tjxeurope.com) or visit: https://www.tkmaxx.com/uk/en/l/product-recall
The official notice
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