CPSCMarch 6, 2003

CPSC, Atico International USA Inc. Announce Recall of

CPSC, Atico International USA Inc. Announce Recall of Hot Pots

Why was CPSC, Atico International USA Inc. Announce Recall of recalled?

The bottom of the hot pot can separate from the top, which could pose a serious burn hazard to consumers.

What should I do if I have this product?

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. Contact: The firm is out of business. Consumers should call the CPSC hotline at 800-638-2772 (TTY 301-595-7054).

What to do with a recalled product: refunds, receipts, safe disposal and how to report a problem.

Is my product affected?

Compare the item in your hand with every identifier below from the official CPSC record. Only products that match the listed product and identifiers are part of this recall.

Product
Kitchen Gourmet® Hot Pots
Company
Atico International USA Inc., of Ft. Lauderdale, Fla.
Quantity
About 37,000
Sold at
Walgreens stores nationwide sold the hot pots, from September 2002 through January 2003, for about $10.
Recall date
March 6, 2003
Incidents / injuries
Atico International has received five reports of the hot pots separating, though no injuries have been reported.
Agency
CPSC

Product 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.

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