# Waxcessories Recalls Electric Simmer Pots Due to Risk of Fire and Shock
> **CPSC recall** · 2008-04-24 · 08255 · 1 injuries reported
## Recall
- **Number:** 08255
- **Date:** 2008-04-24
- **Injuries reported:** 1
## Products

Electric Simmer Pots

## Hazards

The simmer pots have wire connections that can become loose, posing a risk of fire and electric shock to consumers.

## Retailer(s)

Gift and novelty shops nationwide from April 2002 through April 2008 for between $17 and $25.

## Importer(s)

Waxcessories® Inc., of Dracut, Mass.

## Country of manufacture

China

## Description

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

## Source
- [CPSC recall page](https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2008/Waxcessories-Recalls-Electric-Simmer-Pots-Due-to-Risk-of-Fire-and-Shock)
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