KICIMPRO Kitchen Faucet Recall

Kicimpro has recalled its kitchen faucets on May 29, 2025, after tests revealed that they contain lead that can leach into water at levels unsafe for consumption, especially for infants and young children ⁽¹⁾.

Lead exposure is a serious health risk. Ingesting lead can cause irreversible neurological damage in children, including attention-related behavioral issues, reduced cognitive performance, and lower IQ. For infants and toddlers whose bodies and brains are still developing, even low levels of lead can have lifelong effects ⁽¹⁾.

Children’s products must be made with the highest safety standards in mind. Toys, faucets, furniture, and any other items that a child interacts with should undergo thorough testing and meet safety regulations.

As a parent or caregiver, it's essential to stay informed and vigilant. Products that seem safe on the surface may pose hidden risks. According to the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), strict adherence to safety guidelines and regular product checks significantly reduces the risk of injury and long-term health issues in children.

Overview Of The KICIMPRO Kitchen Faucet Recall

This recall involves KICIMPRO-branded kitchen faucets, model number KM800-01-06BN. These are brushed nickel, single-handle kitchen faucets featuring a pull-down detachable spray and single-hole installation ⁽¹⁾.

They are described on Amazon listings as "pull-down sprayer, brushed nickel, high-arc, single-handle sink faucet with water lines, commercial modern RV stainless steel, grifos de cocina." 

Consumers can identify whether they have a recalled faucet by reviewing their Amazon order history for the brand name "Kicimpro" and matching the description.

The faucets were recalled due to excessive levels of lead that can leach into drinking water.

Approximately 50,000 units are affected by this recall. These products were sold exclusively online at Amazon from January 2024 to May 2025, with prices ranging from around $35. The faucets were imported and sold by Kicimpro, a third-party seller on Amazon.

These kitchen faucets are required to comply with the federal safety standards outlined in the Safe Drinking Water Act, which establishes the definition for “lead free” as a weighted average of 0.25% lead calculated across the wetted surfaces of a pipe, pipe fitting, plumbing fitting, and fixture and 0.2% lead for solder and flux ⁽³⁾. The presence of high lead levels in these recalled faucets represents a violation of these safety standards.

Consumers are urged to stop using the recalled faucets immediately and contact Kicimpro for disposal instructions and a full refund. 

Steps to Take if You Own the Affected Faucet

You should immediately stop using the recalled Kicimpro faucets for drinking or cooking purposes and contact Kicimpro for disposal instructions and a full refund ⁽¹⁾. To receive the refund, you’ll need to provide:

• A photograph showing that the faucet has been disposed of
• Your Amazon order number

Kicimpro is reaching out directly to all known purchasers. For assistance, you can contact them via email at support@kicimprohome.com.

Temporary Safety Measures

While waiting for a replacement faucet:

• Run the faucet for at least 15 seconds before using the water for drinking, cooking, or preparing baby formula ⁽¹⁾.

• Use only cold water for these purposes. Boiling water does not remove lead.

• Flush your faucet first thing in the morning and at the end of the day, or whenever the water hasn't been used for 6 hours or more.

• Clean or replace the faucet's aerator (screen) regularly to remove sediment or lead particles that may accumulate over time.

Long-Term Prevention Tips

To ensure safer water use in the future.

• Select faucets that comply with NSF/ANSI Standard 61, which limits the presence of lead and other harmful contaminants in drinking water products ⁽²⁾.

• Contact your local health department or water utility to ask about water testing.

• Visit epa.gov/safewater for more guidance on managing lead in drinking water.