CPSC and Value City, Schottenstein Stores Announce Recall of Gel Candle Kits
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2002-01-24). Hazards: fire. Models: 3041, 3042. About 2,300 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 02089 |
| Published | 2002-01-24 |
| Last updated | 2025-08-18 |
| Product category | Candles & Candle Holders |
| Products | Children's Gel Candle Kits |
| Firm named in the title | Value City, Schottenstein Stores |
| Firms | Value City and Schottenstein stores, of Columbus, Ohio (distributor) |
| Units (US) | 2,300 |
| Model numbers | 3041, 3042 |
| Hazard classes | fire |
| Remedy classes | refund, stop use |
| Sold | Value City and Schottenstein discount stores nationwide sold these gel candle kits, from July 2001 through December 2001, for about $4. |
Description
The Gel Candles kit includes four bags of gel chips in bright colors, wicks, glitter, two glass holders, and two plastic candleholders. The candleholders are in the shapes of a bumblebee and a dragonfly, or a tulip and a daisy. The gel is scented in fruit flavors. The kits have model numbers "3041" or "3042" written on the box. Other writing on the box includes, "Express Ways!™ Gel Candles." "Scent- sational Colored Gel!" and "AGES 8 AND OLDER."
Hazard
When burned, the gel candle can melt the plastic candleholders included with the kit, posing a fire hazard to consumers.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using these candles immediately and return them to the store where purchased, for a refund.
Incidents and injuries
CPSC has received two reports of consumers claiming the plastic candleholder melted and started a fire. One report involved substantial damage to the consumer's home, and a consumer reportedly suffered burns to his hands and feet. The other report involved minor damage to furniture.
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