CPSC Recall in 2007: Christmas Candle Sets Recalled By Specialty Merchandise Corp. Due to Fire Hazard

Updated on January 18, 2026.

See the recall details below. You can also see similar information for other consumer product recalls in 2007.

Data Source: CPSC.

Recall Number: 08-144

Date: December 19, 2007

Product Name: Christmas Candle Sets

Recall Description:

WASHINGTON, D.C. - In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Specialty Merchandise Corporation (SMC), of Simi Valley, Calif., is voluntarily recalling about 13,000 Christmas Candle Sets. The snowman candle could tip over and the exterior coating on both candles can ignite, posing a fire hazard.Name of Product: Christmas Candle SetsUnits: About 13,000Distributor: Specialty Merchandise Corporation (SMC), of Simi Valley, Calif.Hazard: The snowman candle could tip over and the exterior coating on both candles can ignite, posing a fire hazard.Incidents/Injuries: None reported.Description: This recall involves the 2-pieced Snowman and Christmas tree candle set. The snowman candle measures 6-1/4 inches high and the Christmas tree candle measures 7 inches high.Sold through: SMC's catalog from October 2003 through September 2007 for between $4 and $13.Manufactured in: ChinaRemedy: Consumers should stop using the candles immediately and contact SMC to return the candle for a refund of the original purchase price.Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact SMC at (888) 839-8757 or visit the company's website at www.smcorp.com/recall. 

Hazard Description:

The snowman candle could tip over and the exterior coating on both candles can ignite, posing a fire hazard.

Consumer Action:

Remedy Type:

Refund

Units: About 13,000

Incidents:

None reported.

Sold At:

SMC's catalog from October 2003 through September 2007 for between $4 and $13.

Manufactured In:

China