Home Depot Recalls Homer's All-Purpose Bucket Mug
The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with Mr. Christmas Ltd., of Hong Kong, announced a voluntary recall of about 3,700 Mugs.
Hazard: The silver-colored simulated bucket handle below the rim can spark when used in a microwave oven, posing a fire hazard.
Incidents/Injuries: None reported.
Description: The recalled product is an orange ceramic mug about 4.5 inches tall with a large vertical cup handle on the side. The mug has the words "The Home Depot," "Homer's All-purpose Bucket" and a cartoon character with a utility bucket on the front. A silver-colored simulated bucket handle is just below the rim. The date "2012" and the words "© Mr. Christmas" and "Made in China" are on the underside of the mug.
Sold exclusively at: Home Depot stores during October 2012 for about $5.
Manufactured in: China
Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled mug and return it to a Home Depot store for a full refund.
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