Recall: Epoca International Recalls Glass Whistling Kettle Due to Laceration and Burn Hazard
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.
Name of product: Glass Whistle Kettle
Units: About 113,000
Hazard: The bottom portion of glass vessel can break when heated and the contents can spill, posing laceration and burn hazards.
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.
Recall date: July 09, 2015
Incidents/Injuries: The firm received nine reports of incidents, including three injuries and one report of property damage valued at $200.
Sold At: 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.
Importers: Epoca International, Inc. of Boca Raton, Fla.
Manufactured in: China
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.
Recall number: 15-177