March 6, 2003
Atico International USA Inc.,
of Ft. Lauderdale, Fla., is voluntarily recalling about 37,000 electrical hot
pots. The bottom of the hot pot can separate from the top, which could pose a
serious burn hazard to consumers.
The recalled Kitchen GourmetŪ 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.
Walgreens stores nationwide sold the hot pots from September 2002 through
January 2003 for about $10.
Consumers should stop using the hot pots immediately and return them to the
store where purchased for a full refund. Consumers also can receive a full
refund by mailing the hot pot to Atico International USA Inc., 501 S. Andrews
Ave., Ft. Lauderdale, Fla. 33301. For more information, consumers can call
Atico at (800) 645-3867 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday.