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CocoaVia Brand Frothers Recalled by Mars Symbioscience Due to Choking Hazard

Reported: November 24, 2015 Initiated: November 24, 2015 #16046

Product Description

This recall involves CocoaVia brand brown frothers used to froth beverages, including coffee and milk. The spring on the end of the wand spins to froth the drink. The frothers were distributed free at promotional events. The frothers are brown, "CocoaVia" is printed on the side in white lettering and they measure about eight inches long. This recall only involves CocoaVia brand frothers that are brown in color.

Reason for Recall

The spring on the end of the frothers can detach from the metal wand, posing ingestion and choking hazards.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled frothers, remove the batteries and contact Mars Symbioscience to return the frothers for a coupon towards the purchase of CocoaVia products. The firm is providing pre-addressed return envelopes for consumers to return the frothers to the firm for disposal.

Details

Units Affected
About 5,000
Official Source
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2016/CocoaVia-Brand-Frothers-Recalled-by-Mars-Symbioscience

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled? ▼
This recall involves CocoaVia brand brown frothers used to froth beverages, including coffee and milk. The spring on the end of the wand spins to froth the drink. The frothers were distributed free at promotional events. The frothers are brown, "CocoaVia" is printed on the side in white lettering and they measure about eight inches long. This recall only involves CocoaVia brand frothers that are brown in color.. Recalled by Mars Symbioscience, of Germantown, Md.. Units affected: About 5,000.
Why was this product recalled? ▼
The spring on the end of the frothers can detach from the metal wand, posing ingestion and choking hazards.
What should consumers do? ▼
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled frothers, remove the batteries and contact Mars Symbioscience to return the frothers for a coupon towards the purchase of CocoaVia products. The firm is providing pre-addressed return envelopes for consumers to return the frothers to the firm for disposal.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the CPSC on November 24, 2015. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 16046.

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