Pier 1 Imports Recall of Glass Candle Holders

NEWS from CPSC

U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission

Office of Information and Public Affairs

Washington, DC 20207

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
September 15, 2005
Release #05-272

Firm's Recall Hotline: (800) 245-4595 Prompt #6
CPSC Consumer Hotline: (800) 638-2772
CPSC Media Contact: (301) 504-7908

CPSC, Pier 1 Imports Announce Recall of Glass Candle Holders

WASHINGTON, D.C. - The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission announces the following recall in voluntary cooperation with the firm below. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed.

Name of Product: Glass Candle Holders

Units: About 10,000

Manufacturer: Pier 1 Imports, of Fort Worth, Texas

Hazard: The candle holder can unexpectedly break, posing a laceration hazard to consumers.

Incidents/Injuries: There have been eight reports of the candle holders breaking. No injuries or property damage has been reported.

Description: This recall includes clear, Glass Floater Bowl candle holders. The candleholders measure 3½-inches high, 10½ inches in diameter and have a 3-inch diameter base. A sticker on the bottom of the candle holder has model number SKU 2040310 printed on it.

Sold at: Pier 1 Stores nationwide from February 2005 through August 2005 for about $15.

Manufactured in: China

Remedy: Consumers should stop using these candle holders and return them to their nearest Pier 1 store for a full refund.

Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Pier 1 Imports at (800) 245-4595 (Prompt #6) between 9 a.m. and midnight ET Monday through Saturday and between 10 a.m. and 10 p.m. ET Sunday. Consumers also can visit the firm’s Web site at www.pier1.com