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Stainless Steel Pots Recalled by Ocean State Jobbers Due to Burn Hazard
Recalled November 26, 2008 · CPSC recall 09057 · Stainless
Hazard
The stainless steel pots have metal handles that can detach during use, posing a serious burn hazard to consumers.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the stockpots and return them to the place of purchase for a full refund.
Units
About 7,000
Incidents / injuries
Ocean State Jobbers has received one report of the handles breaking off a pot and causing a burn injury.
Description
This recall involves the 8-quart, 12-quart, 16-quart, and 20-quart Century Cookware Stainless Steel Stockpots with glass lids. "Century Cookware" is marked on the front and on the bottom of each pot.
What to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the stockpots and return them to the place of purchase for a full refund.
Contact
For additional information, contact Ocean State Jobbers at (800) 603-9601 between 8:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit the firm's Web site at www.oceanstatejoblot.com
Product
Century Cookware Stainless Steel Stockpots
Imported by
Ocean State Jobbers Inc., of North Kingstown, R.I.
Retailers
All Ocean State Job Lot stores throughout New England from July 2008 through October 2008 for between $12 and $25.
Made in
India
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. Official recall notice on cpsc.gov →