Question 1

Are there any plastic parts that can come in contact with hot water or the steam from the hot water which would then leech chemicals into the water?

Accepted Answer

The bottom of the kettle has a sticker with a Proposition 65 warning. This would have been fine except this item is used for food preparation, so I'm going to have to pass. To make matters worse, the mouthpiece has a metal mesh which is held together with PLASTIC! i.e. your boiling hot water will come pouring through plastic. How stupid is that?

Question 2

What country made this item?

Accepted Answer

In addition to the other answers regarding how misleading this is, it also brings to light that the 'Report incorrect product information' link does not work on this item and also appears to be 'void' on a sample of other items I have looked at.  Amazon got in some trouble just last year with deceptive advertising and appears to not have a mechanism to address it.

Yes, this item would cost more if it were domestic.  Regardless, consumers should have a clear indication of origin in the description and details to make an informed purchasing decision.

Question 3

Is the spout plastic or stainless steel?, as i dont want boiling water to come in contact with plastic

Accepted Answer

I’m not sure why some folks have replied that the plastic spout is “safe”. Recently, study after study have warned that no plastic is “safe” to come into contact with food, particularly boiling water. And that includes “BPA free” plastics. Study after study have shown that our bodies are being polluted by micro plastics. This kettle is NOT SAFE for precisely that reason, BPA-free or not. There are a few plastic-free kettles out there if you search hard enough.

Question 4

Can you turn the product off before it comes to a full boil?

Accepted Answer

I have. you do not have to wait for auto shut off.

ASIN	B0859MLL8F
Best Sellers Rank	#689,559 in Home & Kitchen ( See Top 100 in Home & Kitchen ) #488 in Electric Kettles
Brand	Chefman
Brand Name	Chefman
Capacity	1.8 liters
Color	1.8L - Stainless Steel - Tea Infuser
Container Type	Kettle
Customer Reviews	4.5 out of 5 stars 8,264 Reviews
Finish Type	Stainless Steel
Global Trade Identification Number	00816458023993
Included Components	User Guide
Item Dimensions L x W x H	8.6"L x 6.3"W x 9.6"H
Item Type Name	Kettle
Item Weight	1.2 pounds
Manufacturer	Chefman
Material	Borosilicate Glass
Material Features	durability, thermal shock resistance, clarity, strength, corrosion resistance, sleek appearance
Model Name	Fast Boiling W/ LED Lights
Model Number	Electric Glass Kettle,
Number of Items	1
Other Special Features of the Product	Programmable
Package Information	Kettle
Part Number	RJ11-17-STI
Product Care Instructions	Hand Wash Only
Recommended Uses For Product	drinking hot beverages, making tea, making coffee, preparing instant oatmeal, making hot cocoa, sterilizing water for baby bottles
Special Feature	Programmable
UPC	816458023993
Voltage	120
Wattage	1500 watts

Chefman Electric Kettle for Boiling Water, 1.8L 1500W, Removable Tea Infuser, Auto Shut Off, Boil-Dry Protection, BPA Free, Borosilicate Glass, Hot Water Boiler, Electric Tea Kettle - Stainless Steel

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