Recall: Large Scented Candles Recalled by Barneys New York Due to Fire and Burn Hazard
Large Scented Candles Recalled by Barneys New York Due to Fire and Burn Hazard
Consumers should stop using this product unless otherwise instructed. It is illegal to resell or attempt to resell a recalled consumer product.
Recall Summary
Name of product:Scented candles
Hazard:These candles can burn with a high flame, presenting a fire and burn hazard to consumers.
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.
Report an Incident Involving this ProductRecall Details
Units
About 40
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.
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.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using these recalled candles and contact or return them to Barneys New York to receive a full refund.
Sold exclusively at
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.
Retailer
Barneys, of New York, N.Y.
Manufacturer
United Perfumes Limited, of London, United Kingdom
Manufactured in
United Kingdom
The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) is still interested in receiving incident or injury reports that are either directly related to this product recall or involve a different hazard with the same product. Please tell us about your experience with the product on SaferProducts.gov
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