Nationwide Recall of "Shrek" Drinking Glasses at McDonalds

    The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in Cooperation with the manufacturer, ARC International, Millville, NJ, announced a voluntary recall of "Shrek Forever After 3D" collectable Drinking Glasses from McDonald's Corporation.
    Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed. It is illegal to resell or attempt to resell a recalled consumer product.
    The hazard as reported is the designs on the glasses contain cadmium. Long term exposure to cadmium can cause adverse health effects.
    So far, no injuries have been reported.
    The glasses are 16 ounce collectable drinking glasses that came in four designs, Shrek, Fiona, Pussn' Boots and Donkey. They were sold exclusively at McDonald's restaurants nationwide from May 2010 into June 2010 for about $2.
    McDonald's is asking consumers to immediately stop using the glass out of an abundance of caution. For additional instructions on how to obtain a full refund, visit.
    For additional information, contact McDonald's toll-free at 800-244-6227 between 9 a.m. and 5 pm CT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's website as listed above.
    The CPSC was made aware of issues with this product through the Office of Congresswoman Jackie Speier from California.