Boston Warehouse Trading Corp. Recalls Holiday Travel Mugs Due to Fire Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Meijer Stores
Source: CPSC Recall #20050
Recall Date
2020-01-09
Manufacturer
Boston Warehouse Trading Corp., of Norwood, Mass.
Units Affected
About 2,400
Products Involved
Holiday Travel Mugs
Hazard
The mugs are mislabeled as microwave safe. If microwaved, the metallic print on the mug can spark, posing a fire hazard.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled mugs and return them to place of purchase for a full refund or contact Boston Warehouse Trading Corp.
Reported Injuries
The firm has received one report of sparks when a consumer used the mug in a microwave. No injuries have been reported.
Sold At
Exclusively at Meijer stores nationwide from October 2019 through November 2019 for about $10.
Manufactured In
China
Full Recall Description
This recall involves Holiday Travel mugs with lids. They have a decal with "Let it Snow" or "Merry and Bright" in gold metallic lettering. The bottom portion of the mugs is red or green and the top half portion is white. The lids are black. They measure 7 inches tall. "Microwave safe" is written on the backstamp under the glaze and on the wrap band.
Data source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) via SaferProducts.gov.
For the most current recall information, check directly with CPSC or the manufacturer.
Last verified: 2026-03-28