CPSC, Rose Art Industries Announce Recall to Repair Cotton Candy Machine
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2002-05-21). Hazards: fire, burn. About 188,000 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 02165 |
| Published | 2002-05-21 |
| Last updated | 2025-09-16 |
| Product category | Cookers & Cookware |
| Products | Rose Art cotton candy machines |
| Firm named in the title | Rose Art Industries |
| Firms | Rose Art Industries Inc., of Livingston, N.J. (importer) |
| Manufactured in | China |
| Units (US) | 188,000 |
| Hazard classes | fire, burn |
| Remedy classes | replace, stop use |
| Sold | Toy and discount stores sold these cotton candy machines nationwide, from September 2001 through April 2002, for about $27. |
Description
The recalled cotton candy machines have either a blue or a purple base and a clear plastic cover. The words "The Real Cotton Candy Machine" are printed in a rainbow of colors on the base of the machine and on the packaging. The product is marketed for children ages 10 and up. The cotton candy machines were made in China.
Hazard
The motors on the cotton candy machines can jam and overheat, posing a fire hazard. Additionally, the heating unit can be activated without the spinner in place, presenting a risk of burn to consumers.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using these cotton candy machines immediately and contact Rose Art for a free replacement motor unit, and free samples of flavored sugar, to make cotton candy.
Incidents and injuries
CPSC and Rose Art have received 225 reports of the machines overheating. There have been three reports of fire, one resulting in an estimated $2,000 in property damage. CPSC has received a report of two unconfirmed minor injuries.
Machine access
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