Metallic Taper Candles Sold Exclusively at Yankee Candle Stores Recalled by General Wax & Candle Company Due to Fire Hazard

Recalled November 23, 2010 · CPSC recall 11052 · Metallic

Hazard

The metallic paint can ignite on the candles, posing a risk of fire.

Remedy

Refund

Units

About 33,000

Incidents / injuries

None reported

Description

This recall involves 10 inch metallic silver and gold taper candles. The price "$1.99" and the UPC code 609032492687 or 609032492694 are printed on the candles' plastic wrapping.

What to do

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled candles and return them to any Yankee Candle store or contact General Wax and Candle for a full refund.

Contact

For additional information, contact General Wax and Candle at (800) 543-0642 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT, Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's website atwww.generalwaxrefund.com

Product

Silver and Gold Metallic Taper Candles

Manufacturer(s)

General Wax & Candle Company, of North Hollywood, Calif.

Retailers

Yankee Candle stores nationwide from October 2010 through November 2010 for about $2.

Made in

United States

UPC

609032492687 · 609032492694

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