(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); McDonald's, in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, has announced a voluntary recall of their Shrek Forever After Collectible Drinking Glasses because of a risk of exposure to cadmium.

The total number of recalled glasses is somewhere in the 12 million range. The CPSC advises that if you are the owner of any of these glasses to discontinue use immediately.

Though no incidents have been reported, long-term exposure to the cadmium present in the printed designs on these glasses could have adverse health effects on the users.

There are four different designs available for the 16-ounce glasses, each featuring a different character from the film -- Shrek, Fiona, Puss n Boots and Donkey. All four designs are included in the recall.

Go to McDonalds.com/glasses for additional instructions on how to obtain a full refund.

If you feel the need to speak to someone on the phone, you can call McDonald's toll-free at (800) 244-6227 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday.

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FAQ:
1. Why is McDonald’s doing this recall?
The glassware are being voluntarily recalled as a precautionary measure. However, the CPSC has said the glassware is not toxic. In light of the CPSC’s evolving assessment of standards for cadmium in consumer products, McDonald’s determined in an abundance of caution that a voluntary recall of the Shrek Forever After™ glassware is appropriate.

2. Is the glassware unsafe?
The CPSC has said that the glassware is not toxic. In addition, the glassware was evaluated by an independent third-party laboratory, accredited by the CPSC, and determined to be in compliance with all applicable federal and state safety requirements at the time of manufacture and distribution. This action is being done as a precautionary measure.

3. Didn’t McDonald’s test the glassware?
Yes. McDonald’s safety standards are among the highest in the industry, and we have a strong track record. The glassware was evaluated by an independent third-party laboratory, accredited by the CPSC, and determined to be in compliance with all applicable federal and state requirements at the time of manufacture and distribution. It’s important to know that the CPSC has said that the glassware is not toxic.

4. What about my Shrek 2007 glassware and my Coke® glassware?
Previous McDonald’s promotional glassware and Happy Meal toys are not involved in this recall.

5. Have there been any reports of illness or injury?
It's important to know that CPSC has said the glassware is not toxic. There have been no confirmed cases of illness or injury.

6. Are your Happy Meal toys affected by this recall?
No, this recall is specific to the Shrek Forever After™ glassware. This recall has nothing to do with Happy Meal toys.

7. What is cadmium?
Cadmium is a naturally occurring element in soil. For more information about cadmium, visit [url]www.cdc.gov[/url] or [url]www.epa.gov[/url]

8. How much cadmium is in the glassware?
The CPSC has said the glassware is not toxic and that they have far less cadmium than the children’s metal jewelry that CPSC has previously recalled.
In addition, an independent third-party laboratory, accredited by the CPSC, evaluated the glassware and determined them to be in compliance with all applicable federal and state safety requirements at the time of manufacture and distribution. However, in light of the CPSC’s evolving assessment of standards for cadmium in consumer products, McDonald’s determined in an abundance of caution that a voluntary recall of the Shrek Forever After™ glassware is appropriate.

9. What do I do with my glassware?
Beginning June 8th, customers may access instructions to return the glassware and how to request a refund by returning to this page or calling McDonald’s toll-free number at 1-800-244-6227.

10. Is there any danger if I keep my glassware?
The CPSC has said the glassware is not toxic. However, as a precautionary measure, we request our customers stop using the glassware and return to this page for further instructions about how to return the glassware and obtain a refund.

11. My child has been using the glassware for the last two weeks. Should I have him/her tested?
The CPSC has said the glassware is not toxic. However, as a precautionary measure, we request our customers stop using the glassware and return to this page for further instructions about how to return the glassware and obtain a refund.

12. Where was the glassware manufactured?
The glassware was made in the U.S.

I, Dopey, declare that I am keeping my cups!

Wow just wow

WTF I have 6 of them in the kitten. I dirrink out of one right now REALY.

Added some frequently asked questions.

Thanks Dopeh

Ok good know i can go back to my :beer:.

I was gonna say why didn't they test BEFORE selling 11 million of these to kids, but they claim to have tested. Obviously not good enough.

LOL.
It's not like people are going to die from traces of Cadium.

THANK GOD they still have happy meal toys though.

I think I shall keep my cups as well... If I die I die with a thirst that was quenched by SHREK CUPS!!