The Recall Desk
HighCPSC·10264·Announced 2010-06-15

Crate and Barrel Recalls Succulent Candles Due to Fire Hazard

Crate and Barrel is recalling succulent plant-shaped candles because the wax can overflow and ignite, posing a fire and burn risk.

What this means for you

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a fire and burn hazard with one reported ignition incident, but no injuries or property damage were reported, fitting the 'High' severity criteria for risk-of-harm products where injury has not yet been reported.

Plain-English summary

Crate and Barrel is recalling a set of nine succulent plant-shaped green candles in clay pots due to a fire hazard. The wax in these candles melts quickly inside the pot and can overflow outside, where it may ignite. The product was sold in a black container with SKU number 557-806, which is located on the bottom of the original packaging.

The company has received one report of the wax igniting, but no injuries or property damage were reported. Approximately 5,400 units were sold in the United States and about 90 in Canada. The candles were sold at Crate and Barrel stores and online from February 2010 through April 2010 for about $7.

Consumers should immediately stop using the candles and return them to any Crate and Barrel store for a full refund. Those who purchased the candles through the catalog or website should contact Crate and Barrel to arrange a return for a full refund.

The recalled product

Product
Succulent plant-shaped decorative candles in a pot
Manufacturer
Crate and Barrel, a division of Euromarket Designs Inc., of Northbrook, Ill.
Category
Consumer Product — Candles & Candle Holders
Hazard
Affected units
5,400

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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