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Neiman Marcus · Recalled
CPSC, Neiman Marcus Announce Recall of "CerArte" Candles
The painted surfaces on these candles can ignite, spark, burn rapidly, and drip wax, posing a fire hazard.
- Units
- About 5,600
- Reports
- —
- Injuries
- —
- Deaths
- —
- Price
- $15–$35
- Remedy
- See notice
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Affected
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.
The file
- Sold at
- 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.
- Product type
- Candles & Candle Holders
- Made in
- Italy
- Recalled by
- Neiman Marcus Group, Inc.
Incident log
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.
What the notice says to do
Consumers should stop using these candles immediately and return them to any Neiman Marcus store for a refund.
For more information, call Neiman Marcus at 800-685-6695.
Recall notice published by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. This site is independent: always confirm on the official notice before acting.