CPSC, Target Announce Recall of Pillar Candles With Jewels

Recalled November 1, 2005 · CPSC recall 06021 · Target

Hazard

The paint coating on the outside of the candle can ignite, posing a fire hazard.

Remedy

Consumers should stop using the candles immediately and return them to the nearest Target store for a Target GiftCard worth the value of the returned candle.

Units

About 17,000

Incidents / injuries

None reported.

Description

The candles measure about 3 inches in diameter and come in two sizes - 3 inches and 6 inches high. Each candle has a black paint coating and has eight diamond-like ornaments at evenly spaced points approximately 1 inch from the candle's bottom edge. They are packaged in clear plastic wrapping, which is tied at the top with a ribbon. "Distributed by Target Corporation" and the number 054 09 1533 or 054 09 2528 are printed on a label on the bottom of each candle.

What to do

Consumers should stop using the candles immediately and return them to the nearest Target store for a Target GiftCard worth the value of the returned candle.

Contact

For additional information, contact Target at (800) 440-0680 between 7 a.m. and 6 p.m. CT, Monday through Friday, or visit Target's Web site at www.target.com

Product

Pillar Candles With Jewels

Imported by

Pacific Trade International Inc., of Rockville, Md.

Distributed by

Target, of Minneapolis, Minn.

Retailers

Target stores nationwide during the month of August 2005 for about $5 or $8, depending on the size.

Made in

China

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