CPSC, Midwest of Cannon Falls Inc. Announce Recall of Candles
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2001-04-03). Hazards: fire, burn, fall. About 2,000 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 01118 |
| Published | 2001-04-03 |
| Last updated | 2026-02-25 |
| Product category | Candles & Candle Holders |
| Products | Duck-shaped candles |
| Firm named in the title | Midwest of Cannon Falls Inc. |
| Firms | Midwest of Cannon Falls Inc., of Cannon Falls, Minn. (importer) |
| Manufactured in | China |
| Units (US) | 2,000 |
| UPC / GTIN | 00738449388198 |
| Hazard classes | fire, burn, fall |
| Remedy classes | refund, stop use |
| Sold | Gift shops, drug stores, and florists nationwide sold the candles, from September 2000 through January 2001, for about $2. |
Description
The candles are 3 1/2 inches tall and are in the shape of a yellow duck sitting on a green base. The duck has a blue ribbon around its neck, and has an orange beak. A label on the bottom of the candle has the UPC code - 7 38449 38819 8 - and says, "Made in China."
Hazard
When the duck-shaped candle burns, the pooling of wax can ignite the paint on the duck, posing fire and burn hazards to consumers.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using the candles immediately and return them to the store where purchased, for a refund.
Incidents and injuries
CPSC and Midwest of Cannon Falls have not received any reports of injuries.
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