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Ganz Recalls Dancing Teapots Due to Burn Hazard

Note: Health Canada's press release is available here.

Name of Product:
Dancing Teapots
Hazard:
The teapot's handle can get extremely hot when there is hot water in the teapot, posing a burn hazard to consumers.
Remedy:
Refund
Recall Date:
February 16, 2012
Units:
About 2,100 in the United States and 170 in Canada
Consumer Contact

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

Recall Details

Description:

This recall involves Ganz ceramic teapots that are tilted to appear as if they are dancing. Only 32-ounce teapots that measure about 10 inches tall and 8 inches wide are included in this recall. Recalled teapots have SKU number "ER19252" and UPC "661371626062" printed on a sticker on the bottom of the teapot. They were sold in the following colors: blue, yellow, green, orange, pink and black.

Remedy:

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

Incidents/Injuries:

None reported

Sold At:
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.
Manufactured In:
China
Recall number:
12-110

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