Christmas Candle Sets Recalled By Specialty Merchandise Corp. Due to Fire Hazard
Source: CPSC Recall #08144
Recall Date
2007-12-20
Manufacturer
Specialty Merchandise Corporation (SMC), of Simi Valley, Calif.
Units Affected
About 13,000
Products Involved
Christmas Candle Sets
Hazard
The snowman candle could tip over and the exterior coating on both candles can ignite, posing a fire hazard.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using the candles immediately and contact SMC to return the candles for a refund of the original purchase price.
Reported Injuries
None reported.
Sold At
SMC's catalog from October 2003 through September 2007 for between $4 and $13.
Manufactured In
China
Full Recall Description
This recall involves the 2-piece Snowman and Christmas tree candle set. The snowman candle measures 6 and ¼ inches high and the Christmas tree candle measures 7 inches high.
Data source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) via SaferProducts.gov.
For the most current recall information, check directly with CPSC or the manufacturer.
Last verified: 2026-03-28