Ganz Recalls Dancing Teapots Due to Burn Hazard
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2012-02-16). Hazards: burn. About 2,100 units in the US and 170 in Canada.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 12110 |
| Published | 2012-02-16 |
| Last updated | 2016-04-15 |
| Product category | Coffee Makers or Teapots |
| Products | Dancing Teapots |
| Firm named in the title | Ganz |
| Firms | Ganz U.S.A. LLC, of Cheektowaga, N.Y. (importer) |
| Manufactured in | China |
| Units (US) | 2,100 |
| Units (Canada) | 170 |
| UPC / GTIN | 00661371626062 |
| Hazard classes | burn |
| Remedy classes | refund, stop use |
| Sold | Tea and coffee specialty stores, gift stores, drug stores, kitchen supply stores, hospital gift shops and other retailers nationwide from December 2011 through January 2012 for about $30. |
Description
This recall involves Ganz ceramic teapots that are tilted to appear as if they are dancing. Only 32-ounce teapots that measure about 10 inches tall and 8 inches wide are included in this recall. Recalled teapots have SKU number "ER19252" and UPC "661371626062" printed on a sticker on the bottom of the teapot. They were sold in the following colors: blue, yellow, green, orange, pink and black.
Hazard
The teapot's handle can get extremely hot when there is hot water in the teapot, posing a burn hazard to consumers.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using the recalled teapots immediately and contact Ganz for instructions on returning the teapot for a full refund.
Incidents and injuries
None reported
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