Christmas Candle Sets Recalled By Specialty Merchandise Corp. Due to Fire Hazard
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2007-12-20). Hazards: fire, tip over. About 13,000 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 08144 |
| Published | 2007-12-20 |
| Last updated | 2014-05-23 |
| Product category | Holiday Items (except lights) |
| Products | Christmas Candle Sets |
| Firms | Specialty Merchandise Corporation (SMC), of Simi Valley, Calif. (distributor) |
| Manufactured in | China |
| Units (US) | 13,000 |
| Hazard classes | fire, tip over |
| Remedy classes | refund, stop use |
| Sold | SMC's catalog from October 2003 through September 2007 for between $4 and $13. |
Description
This recall involves the 2-piece Snowman and Christmas tree candle set. The snowman candle measures 6 and ¼ inches high and the Christmas tree candle measures 7 inches high.
Hazard
The snowman candle could tip over and the exterior coating on both candles can ignite, posing a fire hazard.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using the candles immediately and contact SMC to return the candles for a refund of the original purchase price.
Incidents and injuries
None reported.
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