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Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, Harry Potter, Sponge Bob and South Park Mugs sold by TK Maxx — recall

Consumer goods · United Kingdom · 2025-10-06
Hazard: Health risk

Mugs (Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, Harry Potter, etc.) pose a health risk

CountryUnited Kingdom
CategoryConsumer goods
Published2025-10-06
Model identifiersAffected product codes (on price ticket and receipt): 007840, 013167, 013171, 013203, 013208, 596096
CategoryKitchen / cooking accessories
HazardHealth risk
Hazard descriptionThe products present a health risk because they do not meet safety standards for materials intended to come into contact with food. Testing has shown that the coating may release levels of heavy metals that exceed safe limits, which could pose a potential health risk if used with food or beverages.
Non-complianceMaterials and Articles in Contact with Food (England) Regulations 2012; General Product Safety Regulations 2005
RemedyThe products have been recalled from end users. Owners should stop using affected products immediately and return them to store for a full refund or replacement. For further information, please contact TKMaxx (01923 473561 / customerservice@tjxeurope.com) or visit: https://www.tkmaxx.com/uk/en/l/product-recall
Recall number2509-0159
Official noticeView source ↗

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