This story originally appeared on Quartz.
Nestle USA is recalling more than 440,000 Starbucks-branded mugs after clients reported being burned and lower after utilizing the metallic merchandise, the Client Product Security Fee stated.
The company stated Thursday that if the mugs are microwaved or stuffed with a particularly scorching liquid, they’ll overheat or break, presumably leading to burns or lacerations.
The recall, which incorporates 4 reward units of metallic coated ceramic mugs that bare the Starbucks logo, had been bought in the course of the espresso maker’s 2023 vacation season, the company stated.
“There have been 12 incidents of the mugs overheating or breaking leading to 10 accidents,” CPSC stated. Of these accidents, 9 included extreme burns and/or blisters on a buyer’s fingers or arms.
In a single incident, the company stated, a person “required medical consideration.”
What’s the treatment?
A refund.
However first, CPSC stated clients ought to instantly cease utilizing the recalled mugs. The company additionally suggests making a return or contacting Nestle USA for a full money or reward card refund.
