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Laceration Injuries to Children Prompt Starbucks to Recall Stainless Steel Beverage Straws to Provide New Warnings

Reported: August 2, 2016 Initiated: August 2, 2016 #16236

Product Description

This recall involves reusable stainless steel Cold-to-Go food grade drinking straws in two sizes. The straws were packaged and sold in sets of three and were also sold as a component of two sizes of stainless steel beverage cups: Grande 16-ounce cups and Venti 24-ounce cups. The straws feature a ridge at the bottom that keeps the straw attached to the lid. The Grande straws measure approximately 9.5 inches and the Venti straws measure approximately 10.4 inches.

Reason for Recall

The stainless steel straws are rigid and can poke children in the mouth, posing a risk of injury.

Remedy

Consumers should not allow children to handle or use the stainless steel straws.

Details

Units Affected
About 2.5 million in the U.S. (in addition, about 301,000 were sold in Canada)
Official Source
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2016/Starbucks-to-Recall-Stainless-Steel-Beverage-Straws-to-Provide-New-Warnings

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled? ▼
This recall involves reusable stainless steel Cold-to-Go food grade drinking straws in two sizes. The straws were packaged and sold in sets of three and were also sold as a component of two sizes of stainless steel beverage cups: Grande 16-ounce cups and Venti 24-ounce cups. The straws feature a ridge at the bottom that keeps the straw attached to the lid. The Grande straws measure approximately 9.5 inches and the Venti straws measure approximately 10.4 inches.. Units affected: About 2.5 million in the U.S. (in addition, about 301,000 were sold in Canada).
Why was this product recalled? ▼
The stainless steel straws are rigid and can poke children in the mouth, posing a risk of injury.
What should consumers do? ▼
Consumers should not allow children to handle or use the stainless steel straws.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the CPSC on August 2, 2016. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 16236.

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