Camilla Jessen
CPSC warns against portable kettles that can spray boiling water.
A nationwide safety alert has been issued for a portable electric kettle sold online through major retailers, after multiple users reported being burned.
The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) released the warning following injuries linked to the device.
Burn hazard identified
According to the CPSC, Blongky portable electric car kettles with the model number “FCC 390 Pro” have a faulty lid mechanism that can cause the top to pop open unexpectedly. As a result, hot steam or boiling water may spray outward, leading to burns.
The agency confirmed nine burn reports, including one second-degree burn, associated with the product.
The kettles were sold online through Amazon, Walmart, and third-party sellers such as eBay.
They retailed between $17 and $40 and were offered in taupe or white.
No formal recall
Although the CPSC urged Blongky to recall the kettles, the company has been “unresponsive,” meaning a formal recall has not been issued.
Still, the agency is warning consumers to stop using the appliance immediately.
The CPSC advises anyone who owns the model to dispose of it and avoid continued use, citing the risk of sudden lid failure and hot-liquid discharge.
What consumers should do
Check the kettle’s model number for “FCC 390 Pro.” If you own the affected model, stop using it at once.
Follow CPSC guidance to safely discard the device.
Source: The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
