Epoca International Recalls Glass Whistling Kettle Due to Laceration and Burn Hazard
What was recalled
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.
Hazard
The bottom portion of glass vessel can break when heated and the contents can spill, posing laceration and burn hazards.
Injuries
The firm received nine reports of incidents, including three injuries and one report of property damage valued at $200.
Made in
China
Where it was sold
- Retail stores including, Kitchen Collection, Meijer, Peyton Phoenix, Ross Stores, Target and online at amazon.com, primulaproducts.com and target.com from January 2012 through May 2015 for about $15.
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