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CPSC, Charles Products Announce Recall of Toddler Drinking Cups

Reported: February 17, 2005 Initiated: February 17, 2005 #05114

Product Description

The toddler cups are made of clear plastic with two handles and have a blue lid with a spout for young children to drink from. The dome-shaped container inside the cup contains blue and clear liquid, along with two toy dolphins, which appear to be swimming in the liquid. "MAUI OCEAN CENTER" is written on the side of the cups.

Reason for Recall

A container inside the cup holds petroleum distillates, which can leak onto the outside of the cup and could come into contact with the user, posing a poisoning hazard to children.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately take these cups away from young children. Consumers should return the cups to the store where purchased for a refund or contact the firm.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
The toddler cups are made of clear plastic with two handles and have a blue lid with a spout for young children to drink from. The dome-shaped container inside the cup contains blue and clear liquid, along with two toy dolphins, which appear to be swimming in the liquid. "MAUI OCEAN CENTER" is written on the side of the cups.. Recalled by Charles Products, of Bethesda, Md.. Units affected: 720.
Why was this product recalled?
A container inside the cup holds petroleum distillates, which can leak onto the outside of the cup and could come into contact with the user, posing a poisoning hazard to children.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should immediately take these cups away from young children. Consumers should return the cups to the store where purchased for a refund or contact the firm.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on February 17, 2005. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 05114.