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The RPBH-012 does eventually heat the liquid. Some have complained about burnout. I did not experience it. However, I had continued to wonder why it is not sold in stores in CA. On my 3rd use, I was bored and read the packaging. The element contains lead. I was heating lead in my drink, soup, etc. I believe it's been since the 1970's that not only can lead paint not be used in homes, but no cooking utensils or containers or serving dishes can have lead. The online description did not mention the heating element has lead in it. However the package does. It would have cost more to send back, than the item cost. Leaving out a material fact which has a cumulative affect on customers' health is a deceptive business practice. I will not purchase from this vendor again and would have given zero stares, if it had been possible.