Birch Bark Wrapped Candles Recalled by Roost Due to Fire Hazard

Recalled November 15, 2007 · CPSC recall 08083 · Birch

Hazard

The bark wrapping of the candle can ignite when the candle burns down, posing a fire hazard.

Remedy

Consumers should stop using the candles immediately and return them to the place of purchase for a full refund or call Roost for product pickup and a full refund.

Units

About 1,200

Incidents / injuries

The firm has received three reports of the birch bark wrapping igniting as the candle burned down. No injuries or property damage have been reported.

Description

This recall involves the following Roost birch bark wrapped candles. The center of the candle is white and the sides are covered with brown birch bark. "Roost" and the item number can be found on the box. "Roost" can also be found on the warning label on the bottom of the candle. Item Number Size (Inches) CN501 4 ½ x 4 ½ CN502 7 x 6 CN503 7 x 9 CN504 12 x 3

What to do

Consumers should stop using the candles immediately and return them to the place of purchase for a full refund or call Roost for product pickup and a full refund.

Contact

For additional information, contact Roost collect at (415) 339-9500 ext. 212 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.roostco.com

Product

Birch Bark Wrapped Candles

Imported by

Gate Five Group LLC, d.b.a. Roost, of Sausalito, Calif.

Retailers

Specialty retailers nationwide from September 2007 through October 2007 for between $20 and $80.

Made in

China

Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. Official recall notice on cpsc.gov →