The Recall Desk
HighFDA (Food)·F-1738-2024·Announced 2024-08-07

Urban Outfitters Elin Dessert Plates Recalled for Elevated Cadmium Levels

Urban Outfitters is recalling Elin Dessert Plates due to elevated cadmium levels. The lilac plates with mushroom and fern motifs were distributed nationwide.

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: This is an FDA Class II recall involving confirmed heavy metal contamination. While cadmium is a recognized health hazard, no illnesses or injuries have been reported in the source material. The classification aligns with risk-of-harm products where actual injury has not yet been documented.

Plain-English summary

Urban Outfitters Inc. is recalling Elin Dessert Plates. The recalled plates are lilac in color with orange mushroom, moth, and fern motifs, measure 21 cm (8.25 inches) in diameter, and feature scalloped edges. Testing revealed elevated levels of cadmium in the plates.

Approximately 3,757 units were distributed nationwide. Consumers who purchased these plates individually in Urban Outfitters stores are affected.

Cadmium is a toxic heavy metal that can leach into food when the plates are used. Exposure to elevated cadmium levels poses potential health risks, particularly with repeated use over time.

The recalled product

Product
Elin Dessert Plates. The recalled plates are lilac in color with orange mushroom, moth, and fern motifs. The plates measure 21 cm (8.25 inches) in diameter and have scalloped edges. Plates sold individually in store.
Manufacturer
Urban Outfitters Inc.
Category
Consumer Product — Tableware
Hazard
  • cadmium
  • heavy-metal

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Lot numbers (1)

  • n/a

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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