Stop using nowConsumer product recall · CPSC · Published August 19, 2020
Pier : Stop Using Three-Wick Halloween Candles Due to Fire Risk
Pier 1 recalls three-wick Halloween candles with scents Scary Black Cherry and Death by Chocolate due to fire and burn hazards from high flames igniting wax surfaces.
Pier 1 is recalling three-wick Halloween candles in 'Scary Black Cherry' and 'Death by Chocolate' scents because their high flames can ignite wax surfaces, causing fire and burn hazards. Consumers should stop using these candles immediately and cut wicks short before discarding them. Read more at govinfonow.com/recall/3028-pier-stop-using-three-wick-halloween-candles-due-to-fire.
“Pier : Stop Using Three-Wick Halloween Candles Due to Fire Risk.” GovInfoNow, updated August 3, 2026. https://govinfonow.com/recall/3028-pier-stop-using-three-wick-halloween-candles-due-to-fire. Based on CPSC recall #8882 (https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2020/Pier-1-Recalls-Three-Wick-Halloween-Candles-Due-to-Fire-and-Burn-Hazards).
Pier 1 Imports recalled three-wick Halloween candles due to fire and burn hazards from high flames that can ignite the wax surface, according to the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) on August 19, 2020. Consumers should immediately stop using the candles, cut all wicks as short as possible, and discard them in household trash.
How to tell if you have it
Brand: Pier 1
Product: Three-Wick Halloween Candles
Scents: 'Scary Black Cherry' (SKU 4122285) and 'Death by Chocolate' (SKU 4122298)
Sold at: Pier 1 Imports stores nationwide and www.Pier1.com from June 2019 through October 2019
Price: $10 to $17
What to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled candles and carefully cut all three wicks as short as possible to prevent other consumers from being able to use the candle. Consumers should then discard the product in their household trash. Contact CPSC’s Hotline at 800-638-2772 for more information.
The hazard
The candle's high flames can ignite the surface of the wax, posing fire and burn hazards. Pier 1 has received seven reports involving high flames with the three-wick Halloween candles, including one incident resulting in a minor burn injury and one report of minor property damage.
Context
GovInfoNow's records show other recent recalls of similar products include Little Cow Co. 9 oz Candles in Glass Jars (2026-02-05).
How to tell if you have this one
Check for the SKU numbers 4122285 (Scary Black Cherry) or 4122298 (Death by Chocolate) on the bottom label of the candle.
Brand
Pier 1
Product
Three-Wick Halloween Candles
Category
Consumer product
Based on the official CPSC remedy
What to do — step by step
Stop Using Candles Now
Immediately stop using the recalled candles to prevent fire or burn hazards.
Cut Wicks Short
Carefully cut all three wicks as short as possible to reduce the risk of fire.
Discard Candles
Discard the product in household trash after cutting wicks short.
Official remedy
What CPSC says to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled candles and carefully cut all three wicks as short as possible to prevent other consumers from being able to use the candle. Consumers should then discard the product in their household trash.
Where it went
Where it was sold
Sold nationwide.
Nationwide
Not listed
CPSC “Sold at”: “Pier 1 Imports stores nationwide, and online at www.Pier1.com from June 2019 through October 2019 for between $10 and $17.”
Sold nationwide.
Take action
Contact Pier 1
We’ve drafted a message you can send Pier 1 to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall 8882 — Pier 1 Pier : Stop Using Three-Wick Halloween Candles Due to Fire Risk
Hello,
I own a Pier : Stop Using Three-Wick Halloween Candles Due to Fire Risk that is covered by recall 8882 from Pier 1.
The official recall notice states: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled candles and carefully cut all three wicks as short as possible to prevent other consumers from being able to use the candle. Consumers should then discard the product in their household trash.
I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this?
Thank you.
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