Waxcessories Recalls Electric Simmer Pots Due to Risk of Fire and Shock

Active Recall Announced April 24, 2008 CPSC #08255

Quick answer

Waxcessories Recalls Electric Simmer Pots Due to Risk of Fire and Shock is CPSC recall #08255, announced on April 24, 2008. The CPSC cites the following hazard: The electric simmer pots were sold in a variety of styles and were designed to melt scented wax in a ceramic cup. The cup sits on a ceramic base that contains a 40-watt bulb, socket and electric cord. The recall includes all designs of the electric simmer pots and all item numbers. The words "ELECTRIC SIMMER POT" and the design name are printed on the bar code label, which is located on the bottom of the base. For a complete list of individual item numbers and photos, visit the firm's recall Web site at www.simmerpotrecall.com The remedy is consumers should stop using the simmer pots immediately and contact waxcessories for instructions on receiving a free replacement product.. Affected brand: Waxcessories® Inc..

Hazard

The electric simmer pots were sold in a variety of styles and were designed to melt scented wax in a ceramic cup. The cup sits on a ceramic base that contains a 40-watt bulb, socket and electric cord. The recall includes all designs of the electric simmer pots and all item numbers. The words "ELECTRIC SIMMER POT" and the design name are printed on the bar code label, which is located on the bottom of the base. For a complete list of individual item numbers and photos, visit the firm's recall Web site at www.simmerpotrecall.com

Affected products

Electric Simmer Pots

Recalled brands

Waxcessories® Inc.

Remedy

Consumers should stop using the simmer pots immediately and contact Waxcessories for instructions on receiving a free replacement product.

Recall date

April 24, 2008

Categories

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Frequently asked questions

What is CPSC recall #08255?

CPSC recall #08255 covers Waxcessories Recalls Electric Simmer Pots Due to Risk of Fire and Shock, announced by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission on April 24, 2008. The CPSC cites the following hazard: The electric simmer pots were sold in a variety of styles and were designed to melt scented wax in a ceramic cup. The cup sits on a ceramic base that contains a 40-watt bulb, socket and electric cord. The recall includes all designs of the electric simmer pots and all item numbers. The words "ELECTRIC SIMMER POT" and the design name are printed on the bar code label, which is located on the bottom of the base. For a complete list of individual item numbers and photos, visit the firm's recall Web site at www.simmerpotrecall.com

What is the remedy for recall #08255?

The CPSC remedy for recall #08255 is consumers should stop using the simmer pots immediately and contact waxcessories for instructions on receiving a free replacement product.. Consumers should stop using the product and follow the instructions in the official CPSC notice.

I sell this product on Shopify. What do I need to do?

If you sell Waxcessories Recalls Electric Simmer Pots Due to Risk of Fire and Shock on Shopify, stop selling the affected units immediately, notify customers who purchased them, and consider whether you have a Section 15(b) reporting obligation to the CPSC. RecallDocket helps Shopify merchants identify affected SKUs and prepare the required safety report.

Where is the official CPSC notice for this recall?

The primary source is the official CPSC notice at https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2008/Waxcessories-Recalls-Electric-Simmer-Pots-Due-to-Risk-of-Fire-and-Shock. RecallDocket links to it from this page.

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