CPSC, Target Corp. Announce Recall of Birch/Bark Candles

Recalled June 24, 2005 · CPSC recall 05207 · Target

Hazard

The birch and bark surrounding the candles can ignite, posing a fire and burn hazard.

Remedy

Consumers should return the candles to the nearest Target store to receive a gift card from Target in the amount of $15, plus applicable state taxes.

Units

About 256,000

Incidents / injuries

There have been 24 reports of the birch and bark candles catching fire and six reports of property damage. No injuries have been reported.

Description

The recalled candles were sold individually wrapped in a ribbon on a plate. This recall also includes candles sold in boxed sets of three candles under the Restore & Restyle brand. The candles are cream in color and were sold in sizes 3 by 3 inches, 3 by 6 inches, 4 by 6 inches and 6 by 6 inches.

What to do

Consumers should return the candles to the nearest Target store to receive a gift card from Target in the amount of $15, plus applicable state taxes.

Contact

For additional information, contact Target at (800) 440-0680 between 8 a.m. and 7 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.target.com

Product

Birch and Bark Candles

Manufacturer(s)

Target Corp., Minneapolis, Minn.

Retailers

Target stores nationwide, from September 2004 through March 2005, between $6 and $15.

Made in

China

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