The following notice has been issued by the Office for Product Safety and Standards.
Product
Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, Harry Potter, Sponge Bob and South Park Mugs (sold by TK Maxx)
Type
Kitchen/cooking accessories - Mugs/Cups (Non-Disposable)
Country of origin
China
Product description
Character mugs sold in cardboard packaging.

Product codes
007840, 013167, 013171, 013203, 013208, 596096
Hazard
The 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.
The products do not meet the requirements of the Materials and Articles in Contact with Food (England) Regulations 2012 or the General Product Safety Regulations 2005.
Corrective action
The 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 TK Maxx (01923 473561 / customerservice@tjxeurope.com) or visit the TK Maxx website.
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