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CPSC, Rose Art Industries Announce Recall to Repair Cotton Candy Machine

U.S. CPSCFireBurnsMay 21, 2002
Recalled Rose Art cotton candy machine
Recalled Rose Art cotton candy machine

Photos from the official notice: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission · image rights

Hazard

The motors on the cotton candy machines can jam and overheat, posing a fire hazard. Additionally, the heating unit can be activated without the spinner in place, presenting a risk of burn to consumers.

Remedy

Consumers should stop using these cotton candy machines immediately and contact Rose Art for a free replacement motor unit, and free samples of flavored sugar, to make cotton candy.

Incidents & injuries

CPSC and Rose Art have received 225 reports of the machines overheating. There have been three reports of fire, one resulting in an estimated $2,000 in property damage. CPSC has received a report of two unconfirmed minor injuries.

Product description

The recalled cotton candy machines have either a blue or a purple base and a clear plastic cover. The words "The Real Cotton Candy Machine" are printed in a rainbow of colors on the base of the machine and on the packaging. The product is marketed for children ages 10 and up. The cotton candy machines were made in China.

Sold on

Toy and discount stores sold these cotton candy machines nationwide, from September 2001 through April 2002, for about $27.

Contact the company

Consumers may contact Rose Art at (888) 262-4474 anytime. For more information, consumers can visit the firm's website at www.roseart.com

What should I do?

Stop using the product and follow the remedy below. Contact the company for a refund, repair or replacement — recall remedies are free.

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