Large Scented Candles Recalled by Barneys New York Due to Fire and Burn Hazard

Recalled February 5, 2013 · CPSC recall 13722 · Large

Monkeys with white background scented candles

Black and white Striped Face scented candles

Hazard

These candles can burn with a high flame, presenting a fire and burn hazard to consumers.

Remedy

Refund

Units

About 40

Incidents / injuries

The firm received one report of a consumer that picked up the candle and was burned on the hand by the wax of the candle while walking.

Description

The recalled Fornasetti Profumi Grande scented candles measure about 67 ounces and have a 6 or 7 inch high ceramic vessel with one of four Fornasetti designs. Designs include monkeys with white background, red and blue sardines, black and gold pens and black and white striped face on the side of the vessels.

What to do

Consumers should stop using these recalled candles and contact or return them to Barneys New York to receive a full refund.

Contact

Barneys New York: toll-free at (888) 222-7639 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit the firm's website at www.barneys.com and click on Customer Service, FAQs and Questions About Recalls? for more information.

Product

Scented candles

Manufacturer(s)

United Perfumes Limited, of London, United Kingdom

Retailers

Barneys New York located in New York, Beverly Hills, Chicago and Dallas and online at www.barneys.com from October 2010 through December 2011 for about $700.

Made in

United Kingdom

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