CPSC, Universal Candle Co. Announce Recall of Halloween Pumpkin Tealight Candles Sold at Bath & Body Works
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (1999-10-13). Hazards: fire, burn. About 21,000 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 00004 |
| Published | 1999-10-13 |
| Last updated | 1999-10-13 |
| Product category | Candles & Candle Holders |
| Products | Halloween pumpkin tealight candles |
| Firm named in the title | Universal Candle Co. |
| Firms | Universal Candle Co., of China (manufacturer) |
| Manufactured in | China |
| Units (US) | 21,000 |
| Hazard classes | fire, burn |
| Remedy classes | refund, stop use |
| Sold | Bath & Body Works stores nationwide sold the candles, throughout September 1999, for about $1. |
Description
The recalled tealight candle has an orange pumpkin face, with yellow eyes, nose and mouth and a green stem. Purple outlines the features on the pumpkin face. The wick is placed above the pumpkin's nose. The candle is contained in an aluminum base. A label on the base of the candle reads in part, "Specially made in China for Bath & Body Works."
Hazard
The candles can burn with a high flame, presenting fire and burn hazards to consumers.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using the candles immediately, and return the candles to any Bath & Body Works store for a full refund and a $10 gift certificate per customer.
Incidents and injuries
A Bath & Body Works store received one report of a candle generating a high flame. No injuries have been reported.
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