CPSC2002-06-25
CPSC, Candle-lite Announce Recall of Martha Stewart Everyday™ Brand Potpourri Simmering Pots Sold at Kmart
Candle-lite, of Cincinnati, Ohio
Hazard
Flames from the tea light candles inside these potpourri pots can flare out of the side ventilation holes, possibly causing burns to consumers.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the pots and call Candle-lite for information on receiving a refund.
Sold at
Kmart sold the pots nationwide, from September 2001 through March 2002, for about $5.
Affected count
About 80,000
Injuries reported
Candle-lite has received nine reports of tea lights overheating. One consumer received minor burns while attempting to extinguish a tea light.
Manufactured in
China
Products
Ceramic potpourri simmering pots
Consumer 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
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2002/CPSC-Candle-lite-Announce-Recall-of-Martha-Stewart-Everyday-Brand-Potpourri-Simmering-Pots-Sold-at-KmartDon't want to check this manually?
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