CPSC, Atico International USA Inc. Announce Recall of Hot Pots
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2003-03-06). Hazards: burn. About 37,000 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 03090 |
| Published | 2003-03-06 |
| Last updated | 2025-05-22 |
| Product category | Cookers & Cookware |
| Products | Kitchen Gourmet® Hot Pots |
| Firm named in the title | Atico International USA Inc. |
| Firms | Atico International USA Inc., of Ft. Lauderdale, Fla. (importer) |
| Manufactured in | China |
| Units (US) | 37,000 |
| Hazard classes | burn |
| Remedy classes | dispose, stop use |
| Sold | Walgreens stores nationwide sold the hot pots, from September 2002 through January 2003, for about $10. |
Description
The recalled Kitchen Gourmet® Hot Pots, which are used to heat beverages, are made of white plastic and have a date code of 0702 on the bottom of the pot and box. The hot pots, which are shaped like a pitcher, also have the words, "Kitchen Gourmet," "Do Not Immerse in Water," and "Made in China" printed on the bottom.
Hazard
The bottom of the hot pot can separate from the top, which could pose a serious burn hazard to consumers.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using the hot pots immediately and discard or destroy them. The firm is out of business, and the remedy is no longer available.
Incidents and injuries
Atico International has received five reports of the hot pots separating, though no injuries have been reported.
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