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What Was Recalled
The recalled product is the Arch Studio 1.9-quart stovetop tea kettle, model number HJ10525. It features a black handle and a stainless steel body, measuring approximately 10.7" long × 7.59" wide × 8.62" tall. The brand name "Arch Studio" and the model number HJ10525 are etched into the underside of the kettle.
The kettles were imported by Macy's Merchandising Group Inc. of New York and manufactured in China. About 4,600 units are affected.
The Safety Hazard
The kettle's handle can detach from the body while the kettle is in use and hot, sending boiling water toward whoever is holding it. Macy's received three reports of the handle detaching. No burn injuries have been reported as of the recall date, but the CPSC classified the hazard as posing a "risk of serious injury."
The failure appears to be a structural issue with the handle attachment — a common failure point in lower-cost imported metallic kettles when joints are not adequately reinforced to withstand repeated heat cycling.
Who Is Affected
The affected kettles were sold exclusively at:
- Macy's retail stores nationwide
- Macys.com
Sales ran from August 2025 through February 2026 at a retail price of approximately $50. If you purchased an Arch Studio kettle at Macy's during that period, check the underside for the model number HJ10525. Only this specific model is part of the recall — other Arch Studio products are not affected.
What To Do
Stop using the kettle immediately. Do not continue using it even if the handle currently feels secure — the detachment risk increases with repeated heat exposure.
To get a refund:
- Visit recallrtr.com/teakettle to complete the recall form and receive a prepaid shipping label.
- Return the kettle using the prepaid label.
- Macy's will issue a full refund by check equal to the original purchase price.
No receipt is required. For questions, consumers can contact Macy's directly through the recall site or by calling their customer service line.
Why This Matters
Tea kettles are among the most frequently used kitchen tools in American households. A handle that fails while carrying boiling water is one of the more dangerous defects a stovetop item can have — the contact between very hot liquid and skin causes burns within seconds.
This recall also highlights a recurring issue with private-label kitchen goods sold at major department stores. When a retailer's in-house brand (like Arch Studio) is manufactured overseas to a price point, quality control on mechanical joints — handles, lids, spouts — is sometimes insufficient. Shoppers who buy budget kitchen items at mainstream retailers should check the CPSC recall database (cpsc.gov/Recalls) periodically, particularly for items that involve heat or pressure.
The relatively small recall size (4,600 units) and zero injury count are good news, suggesting the problem was caught early. Acting before injuries happen is how recalls are supposed to work.
Conclusion
If you bought an Arch Studio 1.9-quart tea kettle at Macy's between August 2025 and February 2026, check the model number and stop using it. Macy's is offering a full refund with no receipt required. The process takes a few minutes at recallrtr.com/teakettle — a small inconvenience that's worth avoiding a serious burn.