CPSC, Neiman Marcus Announce Recall of "CerArte" Candles
USCPSC, Neiman Marcus Announce Recall of "CerArte" Candles
Reason for Recall / Hazard
The painted surfaces on these candles can ignite, spark, burn rapidly, and drip wax, posing a fire hazard.
Product Description & Identification
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.
Affected Products
Neiman Marcus "CerArte" candles
Additional Source Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2000/CPSC-Neiman-Marcus-Announce-Recall-of-CerArte-Candles |
| Title | CPSC, Neiman Marcus Announce Recall of "CerArte" Candles |
| Hazards › Name | The painted surfaces on these candles can ignite, spark, burn rapidly, and drip wax, posing a fire hazard. |
| Injuries › Name | 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. |
| Products › Name | Neiman Marcus "CerArte" candles |
| Products › Type | Candles & Candle Holders |
| Products › Category I D | 1872 |
| Products › Number Of Units | About 5,600 |
| Recall I D | 2699 |
| Remedies › Name | Consumers should stop using these candles immediately and return them to any Neiman Marcus store for a refund. |
| Importers › Name | Neiman Marcus Group, Inc. |
| Retailers › Name | 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. |
| Recall Date | 1999-12-23T00:00:00 |
| Description | 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. |
| Recall Number | 00045 |
| Consumer Contact | For more information, call Neiman Marcus at 800-685-6695. |
| Last Publish Date | 2026-05-21T00:00:00 |
| Manufacturer Countries › Country | Italy |
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