CPSCMarch 2, 2016

Illume Valentine's Day-Themed Ceramic Mugs recall: Fire Hazard

Illume Recalls Valentine's Day-Themed Ceramic Mugs Due to Fire Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Target Stores

Why was Illume Valentine's Day-Themed Ceramic Mugs recalled?

The mugs were mislabeled as microwave safe. If microwaved, the metallic print on the mug can spark, posing a fire hazard.

What should I do if I have this product?

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled mugs and return them to Target for a full refund. Consumers can also contact Illume for return instructions and a full refund. Contact: Illume toll-free at 888-245-5863 from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or online at www.illumecandles.com, and click on the "Recall Information" button for more information. Target Customer Service at 800-440-0680 between 7 a.m. and 6 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or online at www.target.com and click on the "Product Recalls" link on the bottom of the homepage under the "Help" section. Consumers can also visit the Target Facebook page and click on Recall Tab for additional information.

What to do with a recalled product: refunds, receipts, safe disposal and how to report a problem.

Is my product affected?

Compare the item in your hand with every identifier below from the official CPSC record. Only products that match the listed product and identifiers are part of this recall.

Product
Love Today ceramic coffee mugs
Company
Target Corp., of Minneapolis, Minn., Illume, of Bloomington, Minn.
Quantity
About 12,300
Sold at
Target Stores nationwide and online at www.target.com between December 2015 and January 2016 for about $8.
Recall date
March 2, 2016
Incidents / injuries
Target has received three reports of mugs sparking during microwaving. No injuries have been reported.
Agency
CPSC

Product description

This recall involves 14-ounce, white ceramic coffee mugs with "Love Today" printed in gold metallic on the outside of mug. "Microwave Safe" and "Illume" are printed on a removable label on the bottom of the mug.

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