CPSCJanuary 14, 2010

Pier 1 Imports Glitter Tea Lights recall: Fire Hazard

Pier 1 Imports Recalls Glitter Tea Lights Due to Fire Hazard

Why was Pier 1 Imports Glitter Tea Lights recalled?

The flame from the tea lights can ignite the glitter on the candle, posing a fire hazard.

What should I do if I have this product?

Consumers should immediately stop using the tea lights and return them to their nearest Pier 1 Imports retail store for a full refund or merchandise credit. Contact: For additional information, contact Pier 1 Imports at (800) 245-4595 between 8 a.m. and 7 p.m. CST Monday through Friday or visit the firm's Web site at www.pier1.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
Silver Glitter Tea Lights; Gold Glitter Tea Lights
Company
Pier 1 Imports (U.S.), Inc., of Fort Worth, Texas
Quantity
About 37,000 United States and 3,000 in Canada
Sold at
Pier 1 Imports in the U.S. and Canada from September 2009 through December 2009 for about $10.
Recall date
January 14, 2010
Incidents / injuries
The firm has received three reports of the glitter burning. No injuries have been reported.
Agency
CPSC

Product description

This recall involves two styles of tea lights. A clear box of 24 silver glitter tea lights with SKU 2410335 and a clear box of 24 gold glitter tea lights with SKU 2410322. The SKU number is located on the bottom of the packaging.

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