CPSC Recall in 2003: CPSC, Atico International USA Inc. Announce Recall of Hot Pots

Updated on January 18, 2026.

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Data Source: CPSC.

Recall Number: 03-090

Date: March 05, 2003

Product Name: Kitchen Gourmet® Hot Pots

Recall Description:

WASHINGTON, D.C. - In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), 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.Atico International has received five reports of the hot pots separating, though no injuries have been reported.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.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 discard or destroy them. The firm is out of business, and the remedy is no longer available.

Hazard Description:

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

Consumer Action:

Remedy Type:

Dispose, No Remedy Available

Units: About 37,000

Incidents:

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