CPSC Recall in 2006: Home Fragrance Holdings, Inc. Recalls Candles Sold at Pier 1 Imports Due to Fire Hazard

Updated on January 18, 2026.

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Data Source: CPSC.

Recall Number: 06-204

Date: July 04, 2006

Product Name: Cement Candles

Recall Description:

WASHINGTON, D.C. - In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Home Fragrance Holdings Inc., Houston, Texas, is voluntarily recalling about 413,000 Cement Candles. The candles can unexpectedly flare, posing a fire hazard to consumers.Name of Product: Cement CandlesUnits: About 413,000 candlesImporter/Distributor: Home Fragrance Holdings Inc., Houston, TexasHazard: The candles can unexpectedly flare, posing a fire hazard to consumers.Incidents/Injuries: Home Fragrance Holdings, Inc. has received nine reports from Pier 1 Imports of incidents involving flaring of the candles. No injuries reported.Description and Models: The recalled candles are cylindrical pillars measuring 3"(d) x 4" (h), 3"(d) x 6"(h), and 4"(d) x 6"(h) with a sand layer base. The recalled models are the Cement Aspen Flower (White), SKUs 2115564, 2115577, 2115592; Cement Downpour (Grey), SKUs 2118150, 2118176, 2118189; Cement Biscotti (Khaki), SKUs 2115523, 2115536, 2115549; and Cement Citrus Cilantro (Green), SKUs 2115499, 2115508, 2115510.Sold by: Pier 1 Imports through its retail stores nationwide, its Web site (www.pier1.com) and its Summer 2006 catalog from February 2006 through May 2006 for between $10 and $20.Manufactured In: GuatemalaRemedy: Consumers should stop using the recalled candles immediately.Consumer Contact: Firm no longer in business. Recall remedy no longer available. Discard the product. 

Hazard Description:

The candles can unexpectedly flare, posing a fire hazard to consumers.

Consumer Action:

Remedy Type:

Dispose, No Remedy Available

Units: About 413,000 candles

Incidents:

Home Fragrance Holdings, Inc. has received nine reports from Pier 1 Imports of incidents involving flaring of the candles. No injuries reported.

Sold At:

Pier 1 Imports through its retail stores nationwide, its Web site (www.pier1.com) and its Summer 2006 catalog from February 2006 through May 2006 for between $10 and $20.

Manufactured In:

Guatemala