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McDonald's Recalls Movie Themed Drinking Glasses Due to Potential Cadmium Risk

Reported: June 4, 2010 Initiated: June 4, 2010 #10257

Product Description

The "Shrek Forever After 3D" collectable drinking glass are 16-ounce glasses that came in four designs, Shrek, Fiona, Puss n' Boots, and Donkey.

Reason for Recall

The designs on the glasses contain cadmium. Long term exposure to cadmium can cause adverse health effects.

Remedy

McDonald's is asking consumers to immediately stop using the glasses out of an abundance of caution and return the glasses to any McDonald's for a refund of $3 each.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
The "Shrek Forever After 3D" collectable drinking glass are 16-ounce glasses that came in four designs, Shrek, Fiona, Puss n' Boots, and Donkey.. Recalled by ARC International, of Millville, NJ.. Units affected: About 12 million.
Why was this product recalled?
The designs on the glasses contain cadmium. Long term exposure to cadmium can cause adverse health effects.
What should consumers do?
McDonald's is asking consumers to immediately stop using the glasses out of an abundance of caution and return the glasses to any McDonald's for a refund of $3 each.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on June 4, 2010. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 10257.