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Waxcessories Recalls Electric Simmer Pots

April 24, 2008    
Waxcessories is recalling about 830,000 electric simmer pots. The simmer pots have wire connections that can become loose, posing a risk of fire and electric shock to consumers.

There have been 161 reports of discolored cords, loose wires, and wires separating from the pot. No injuries have been reported.

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 pots were sold at gift and novelty shops nationwide from April 2002 through April 2008 for between $17 and $25. They were made in China.

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

Consumer Contact: For further information, call (800) 899-5884 between 8 a.m. and 7 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the recall Web site at www.simmerpotrecall.com

The recall is being conducted in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC).

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