Recalls / 2015-07-09

Epoca International Recalls Glass Whistling Kettle Due to Laceration and Burn Hazard

15177 · Recalled 2015-07-09 · CPSC page

Description

The Primula® Borosilicate two-quart clear glass round kettle has no markings or etchings on the glass. Model PTKG-4420 has a green plastic handle with a green silicone insert in the handle and a green whistling-stopper lid. Model PTKB-4420 has a black plastic handle with a black silicone insert in the handle and a black whistling-stopper lid. Both models have a ½" metal band around the glass kettle's neck. "Not for dishwasher" is printed in raised letters underneath the lid.

Hazards

The bottom portion of glass vessel can break when heated and the contents can spill, posing laceration and burn hazards.

Reported injuries

The firm received nine reports of incidents, including three injuries and one report of property damage valued at $200.

Remedy

Consumers should stop using the product immediately. Customers should either return the product to the retailer or contact Epoca International for instructions on how to return the product for a full refund.

Products

Name	Model	Units
Glass Whistle Kettle		About 113,000

Parties

Importer: Epoca International, Inc. of Boca Raton, Fla.
Made in: China
Sold at: Retail stores including, Kitchen Collection, Meijer, Peyton Phoenix, Ross Stores, Target, online at amazon.com, primulaproducts.com, target.com

Consumer contact

Epoca International at (800) 241-7940 anytime or online at www.epoca.com and click on "recalls" in the upper right-hand corner of the homepage for more information.

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Identifying characteristics on the recalled kettle

Source: CPSC recall 15177. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.