Hawkins CB30 Contura Black Pressure Cooker 3 Litre
- Capacity: 3.2 quarts
- Material: Aluminum
- Closure Type: Inner Lid
- Operation Mode: Manual
Last refreshed Sep 7, 2026 · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
Compact and fast-heating, the CB30 suits daily cooking for a small household rather than batch preservation or canning jars.
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ASIN: B00SX03I80Model: CB30Category: Stovetop Pressure Cookers
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Overview
Hard-anodized aluminum gives this 3-liter Hawkins cooker a darker body that Hawkins says heats faster than plain aluminum and resists reacting with food. Sized for 3 to 4 servings, it has a stainless steel lid that will not open until internal pressure has fully released.
Hard anodizing sets this apart from the plain-aluminum Hawkins Classic nearby: it resists reacting with acidic foods and holds up to scratching better than untreated aluminum. This is a compact, everyday-portion cooker rather than a batch or canning tool, closer in spirit to a rice-and-dal pot than the large canners elsewhere in this category.
- 3-liter capacity for 3 to 4 servings
- Hard-anodized aluminum body
- Stainless steel lid
- Pressure-locked safety lid
Who it's for
Small households or couples who cook Indian-style pressure meals daily and want a compact pot that heats quickly. Not the choice for large batch cooking or canning jars, where the bigger canners in this category fit better.
Pros and cons
- Hard-anodized body resists reacting with acidic food
- Dark finish heats faster than plain aluminum
- Compact size suits 3 to 4 servings
- Lid mechanically locks until pressure fully releases
- 3-liter capacity limits it to small households
- Hard-anodized finish costs more than the plain aluminum Classic line
- No accessories or recipe materials listed
Performance notes
The dark anodized exterior absorbs stovetop heat faster than bare aluminum, shortening time to pressure on a daily meal. The inner-fitting safety lid is mechanically locked until internal pressure has dropped, an added layer over typical spring-release designs.
Specifications
| Brand | Hawkins |
|---|---|
| Model | CB30 |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item Weight | 4.2 pounds |
| Item Dimensions D x W x H | 7.8 × 13.5 × 7.3 inches |
| Capacity & performance | |
| Capacity | 3.2 quarts |
| Power & efficiency | |
| Wattage | 1000 watts |
| Voltage | 220 volts |
| Construction & materials | |
| Material | Aluminum |
| Color | Black |
| Finish Type | Brushed |
| Included components | |
| Unit Count | 1 |
| Included Components | Valve |
| Other details | |
| Closure Type | Inner Lid |
| Operation Mode | Manual |
| Control Type | Manual, Touch |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Part Number | 8901165028842 |
| Item Type Name | Pressure Cooker |
Frequently asked questions
How many people does the Hawkins CB30 serve?
Hawkins lists it as ideal for 3 to 4 people.
Is the Hawkins Contura CB30 hard anodized or plain aluminum?
It has a hard-anodized body with a stainless steel lid, unlike Hawkins' plain-aluminum Classic line.
Can the lid be opened while the cooker is still pressurized?
No, the inside-fitting safety lid is designed not to open until the pressure has fallen.