CPSC recall 16236
Stainless Steel Straws
- CPSC
- unknown
- Published 2016-08-02
On 2016-08-02 the CPSC announced a recall of Stainless Steel Straws by Starbucks, citing the stainless steel straws are rigid and can poke children in the mouth, posing a risk of injury.
| Agency | CPSC |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 16236 |
| Classification | Not classified |
| Status | unknown |
| Initiated | 2016-08-02 |
| Published | 2016-08-02 |
| Last updated | 2026-09-13 11:58 UTC |
| Company | Starbucks |
| Distribution | US |
Product
Stainless Steel Straws | This recall involves reusable stainless steel Cold-to-Go food grade drinking straws in two sizes. The straws were packaged and sold in sets of three and were also sold as a component of two sizes of stainless steel beverage cups: Grande 16-ounce cups and Venti 24-ounce cups. The straws feature a ridge at the bottom that keeps the straw attached to the lid. The Grande straws measure approximately 9.5 inches and the Venti straws measure approximately 10.4 inches.
Reason
The stainless steel straws are rigid and can poke children in the mouth, posing a risk of injury.
Status history
No status changes recorded since RecallRadar first saw this recall on 2026-09-13 11:58 UTC. Current status: unknown.
Source
Official record: https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2016/Starbucks-to-Recall-Stainless-Steel-Beverage-Straws-to-Provide-New-Warnings
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