Recall #12-110 · Published February 16, 2012

Dancing Teapots

Ganz Recalls Dancing Teapots Due to Burn Hazard

CPSC published a recall notice for Dancing Teapots from Ganz U.S.A. LLC on February 16, 2012. CPSC identifies this hazard: The teapot's handle can get extremely hot when there is hot water in the teapot, posing a burn hazard to consumers. The official remedy states: Consumers should stop using the recalled teapots immediately and contact Ganz for instructions on returning the teapot for a full refund.

Dancing Teapots
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UPC or product codes

661371626062
Additional identifying details

Recalled teapots have SKU number "ER19252" and UPC "661371626062" printed on a sticker on the bottom of the teapot.

Why it was recalled

The teapot's handle can get extremely hot when there is hot water in the teapot, posing a burn hazard to consumers.

Incidents and injuries

None reported

Official remedy

Consumers should stop using the recalled teapots immediately and contact Ganz for instructions on returning the teapot for a full refund.

Remedy type: Refund

Product and sales details

Recall number
12-110
Units
About 2,100 in the United States and 170 in Canada
Manufactured in
China
Sold at / sales period
Tea and coffee specialty stores, gift stores, drug stores, kitchen supply stores, hospital gift shops and other retailers nationwide from December 2011 through January 2012 for about $30.
Importer
Ganz U.S.A. LLC, of Cheektowaga, N.Y.

Dancing Teapots

CPSC product type: Coffee Makers or Teapots

Recall contact information

For additional information, contact Ganz at (800) 724-5902 between 9 a.m. and 7 p.m. ET Monday through Thursday, and between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET on Friday, or visit the firm's website at www.ganz.com

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