CPSCDecember 20, 2007

Christmas Candle Sets Recalled By Specialty Merchandise

Christmas Candle Sets Recalled By Specialty Merchandise Corp. Due to Fire Hazard

Why was Christmas Candle Sets Recalled By Specialty Merchandise recalled?

The snowman candle could tip over and the exterior coating on both candles can ignite, posing a fire hazard.

What should I do if I have this product?

Consumers should stop using the candles immediately and contact SMC to return the candles for a refund of the original purchase price. Contact: For additional information, contact SMC at (888) 839-8757 or visit the company's Web site at www.smcorp.com/recall

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
Christmas Candle Sets
Company
Specialty Merchandise Corporation (SMC), of Simi Valley, Calif.
Quantity
About 13,000
Sold at
SMC's catalog from October 2003 through September 2007 for between $4 and $13.
Recall date
December 20, 2007
Incidents / injuries
None reported.
Agency
CPSC

Product 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.

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