CPSC, Neiman Marcus Announce Recall of "CerArte" Candles

Recalled December 23, 1999 · CPSC recall 00045 · Neiman Marcus

Hazard

The painted surfaces on these candles can ignite, spark, burn rapidly, and drip wax, posing a fire hazard.

Remedy

Consumers should stop using these candles immediately and return them to any Neiman Marcus store for a refund.

Units

About 5,600

Incidents / injuries

Neiman Marcus received several reports from consumers, including one where these candles sparked and burned so rapidly that hot wax spilled from the candle onto adjoining surfaces. No injuries were reported.

Description

These painted metallic "CerArte" candles are packaged in clear plastic and have a gold label on the bottom which states "Made in Italy." A Neiman Marcus label is placed on the bottom of the candle too. The "CerArte" candles come in many shapes, including Christmas Ball, Criss-Cross Pillar, Fleur De Lys Pillar, Swirl Cone, Swirl Egg, Gift Box, Tear Drop, Criss-Cross Taper, Fleur De Lys Taper, Joker, Kiss, Christmas Tree, and Jolly Jester.

What to do

Consumers should stop using these candles immediately and return them to any Neiman Marcus store for a refund.

Contact

For more information, call Neiman Marcus at 800-685-6695.

Product

Neiman Marcus "CerArte" candles

Imported by

Neiman Marcus Group, Inc.

Retailers

Neiman Marcus sold 22 different styles of "CerArte" candles through December 22, 1999. The candles sold for approximately $15 to $35. These same candles may have been sold at other retail stores.

Made in

Italy

Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. Official recall notice on cpsc.gov →