Christmas Tree Shops Recalls Glitter Candles Due to Fire Hazard

Recalled October 9, 2007 · CPSC recall 08014 · Christmas Tree Shops

Hazard

The candle's exterior glitter coating can ignite, posing a fire hazard.

Remedy

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.

Units

About 9,600

Incidents / injuries

The firm has received four reports of flames or smoke coming from the candle or the exterior coating. No injuries have been reported.

Description

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 to do

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.

Contact

For additional information, call Christmas Tree Shops toll-free at (888) 287-3232 between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.christmastreeshops.com

Product

Sequin Glitter Candles

Distributed by

Christmas Tree Shops Inc., of South Yarmouth, Mass.

Retailers

Christmas Tree Shop retail locations nationwide from November 2006 through December 2006 for between $1.70 and $3.00.

Made in

China

UPC

000014424410 · 000014424427 · 000014424441

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