CPSCJune 25, 2002

CPSC, Candle-lite Announce Recall of Martha Stewart

CPSC, Candle-lite Announce Recall of Martha Stewart Everyday™ Brand Potpourri Simmering Pots Sold at Kmart

Why was CPSC, Candle-lite Announce Recall of Martha Stewart recalled?

Flames from the tea light candles inside these potpourri pots can flare out of the side ventilation holes, possibly causing burns to consumers.

What should I do if I have this product?

Consumers should immediately stop using the pots and call Candle-lite for information on receiving a refund. Contact: For more information, call Candle-lite at (800) 718-7151 between 8:30 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or contact the firm at their website at www.candle-lite.com

What to do with a recalled product: refunds, receipts, safe disposal and how to report a problem.

Is my product affected?

Compare the item in your hand with every identifier below from the official CPSC record. Only products that match the listed product and identifiers are part of this recall.

Product
Ceramic potpourri simmering pots
Company
Candle-lite, of Cincinnati, Ohio
Quantity
About 80,000
Sold at
Kmart sold the pots nationwide, from September 2001 through March 2002, for about $5.
Recall date
June 25, 2002
Incidents / injuries
Candle-lite has received nine reports of tea lights overheating. One consumer received minor burns while attempting to extinguish a tea light.
Agency
CPSC

Product description

The recalled potpourri simmering pots are six-sided, white ceramic, three-piece units measuring about 6 inches high. The base is the tea light candleholder. The potpourri pot is placed on the base to heat the potpourri and water mixture inside. The lid to the pot has six holes to allow the heated mixture's aroma to escape. A label on the bottom of the base reads, "MADE IN CHINA."

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