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Health officials in Tompkins County issue alert about CUPKIN children’s cups

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ITHACA, N.Y. (WHCU) – The Tompkins County Whole Health Department is alerting residents to a product recall.

Health officials say CUPKIN Double-Walled Stainless Steel Children’s Cups have been recalled for lead content. The product poses a lead-poisoning risk for children and should be discarded immediately.  The manufacturer, Soojimus, and Amazon are contacting known purchasers, although the product cannot be returned for a refund with Amazon. You can initiate a refund with Soojimus here and learn more about the recall details here.

Tompkins County Whole Health has lead information and resources on its website.

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