Christmas Tree Shops Recalls Glitter Candles Due to Fire Hazard
Recall 08014 · Oct 9, 2007 · Christmas Tree Shops
9,600
units affected
9,600
units affected
Facts
- Recall number
- 08014
- Date
- Oct 9, 2007
- Company
- Christmas Tree Shops
- Units affected
- 9,600
- Product
- Sequin Glitter Candles
- Product type
- Candles & Candle Holders
- Hazard
- Fire
The product
This recall involves glitter candles in three styles. UPC Size/Shape 0 00014 42442 7 3 inches across x 3 inches tall 0 00014 42441 0 3 inches across x 6 inches tall 0 00014 42444 1 6 inches tall, teardrop shape The candles were available in gold, silver and red. The UPC label be located on the product's packaging.
What can happen
The candle's exterior glitter coating can ignite, posing a fire hazard.
The fix
Consumers should immediately stop using the candles and return them to the place of purchase for a full refund. For a list of stores, visit the firm's Web site.
Incidents and where it was sold
- Incidents
- The firm has received four reports of flames or smoke coming from the candle or the exterior coating. No injuries have been reported.
- Sold at
- Christmas Tree Shop retail locations nationwide from November 2006 through December 2006 for between $1.70 and $3.00.
Related pages
Questions and answers
What should I do with the recalled sequin glitter candles?
Consumers should immediately stop using the candles and return them to the place of purchase for a full refund. For a list of stores, visit the firm's Web site.
What is the hazard?
The candle's exterior glitter coating can ignite, posing a fire hazard.
A recall means the maker found a safety problem and offers a free fix; it does not mean every unit has the problem. Units affected are as reported by the company. Popular models sell more and so have more recalls and complaints. Official public data; texts are shortened. Contact the company named above for the remedy.