CPSC, Atico International USA Inc. Announce Recall of Hot Pots

Recall Date
2003-03-06
Manufacturer
Atico International USA Inc., of Ft. Lauderdale, Fla.
Units Affected
About 37,000

Products Involved

Kitchen Gourmet® Hot Pots

Hazard

The bottom of the hot pot can separate from the top, which could pose a serious burn hazard to consumers.

Remedy

Consumers should stop using the hot pots immediately and discard or destroy them. The firm is out of business, and the remedy is no longer available.

Reported Injuries

Atico International has received five reports of the hot pots separating, though no injuries have been reported.

Sold At

Walgreens stores nationwide sold the hot pots, from September 2002 through January 2003, for about $10.

Manufactured In

China

Full Recall Description

The recalled Kitchen Gourmet® 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.

Data source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) via SaferProducts.gov.

For the most current recall information, check directly with CPSC or the manufacturer.

Last verified: 2026-03-28