CPSC2018-12-13
Lotus Foods Recalls Ramen Noodle Soup Cups Due to Fire and Burn Hazards
Lotus Foods Inc., of Richmond, Calif.
Hazard
The paper soup cup's labeling incorrectly instructs consumers to use the microwave for cooking, posing fire and burn hazards.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled soup cups and contact Lotus Foods for a coupon for a replacement product.
Sold at
Whole Foods Market stores and other independent natural and specialty stores nationwide, Safeway stores in Northern California and online at Amazon.com and Lotusfoods.com from August 2018 through November 2018 for about $2.50.
Affected count
About 239,000
Injuries reported
Lotus Foods has received 12 reports of the soup cups becoming extremely hot and/or sparking or catching fire during microwaving, including one report of a minor burn. Reported damage has been limited to the noodle cups.
Manufactured in
China
Remedy type
Replace
Products
Lotus Foods rice ramen noodle soup cups
Consumer contact
Lotus Foods toll-free at 866-330-4390 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday or online at www.lotusfoods.com and click on the noodle soup cup recall banner or www.lotusfoods.com/noodle-cup-safety-recall/ for more information.
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2019/Lotus-Foods-Recalls-Ramen-Noodle-Soup-Cups-Due-to-Fire-and-Burn-HazardsDon't want to check this manually?
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