Product Safety NZ has ordered the immediate recall of a range of reusable coffee cups sold at Kmart, warning there is “risk of serious injury”.
The Anko Double Walled Coffee Cups with Lids have caused an injury already and anyone who has purchased them should return them for a refund.
“When the cup is filled with hot liquid, the lid may rapidly release and pop off as there is no pressure release valve,” Product Safety NZ said on its website.
“Risk of serious injury from hot liquid or steam burns if the cup lid unexpectedly ejects from the cup.”
The products were sold at Kmart stores between December 19 last year and March 27 this year.
They have also been recalled in Australia.
It is available in three colours – sunset, sage, and black – carrying the product KSU codes 43479030, 43479047 and 43479054.
Product Safety NZ said consumers should immediately stop using the product and return it to Kmart for a refund.
“Phone us if you are unable to return the product. You must also notify anyone if you have sold or gifted it to another person.”
