The Recall Desk
HighCPSC·10257·Announced 2010-06-04

McDonald's Recalls Shrek-Themed Drinking Glasses Due to Cadmium Risk

McDonald's is recalling Shrek Forever After 3D collectable drinking glasses because the designs contain cadmium, which can cause adverse health effects with long-term exposure.

What this means for you

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a risk-of-harm product (cadmium exposure) where injury has not yet been reported, which aligns with the High severity criteria in the rubric.

Plain-English summary

McDonald's is recalling approximately 12 million "Shrek Forever After 3D" collectable drinking glasses. These 16-ounce glasses were sold in four designs: Shrek, Fiona, Puss n' Boots, and Donkey. The glasses were sold at McDonald's restaurants nationwide from May 2010 into June 2010 for about $2 each.

The recall was issued because the designs on the glasses contain cadmium. According to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, long-term exposure to cadmium can cause adverse health effects. No injuries have been reported in connection with these products.

Consumers are asked to immediately stop using the glasses out of an abundance of caution. They should return the glasses to any McDonald's restaurant for a refund of $3 each. For additional information, consumers can contact McDonald's toll-free at (800) 244-6227 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or visit www.mcdonalds.com.

The recalled product

Product
Shrek Forever After 3D Collectable Drinking Glasses
Manufacturer
ARC International, of Millville, NJ.
Category
Consumer Product — Dishes/Glassware/Eating Utensils
Hazard
Affected units
12

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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