CPSC and Value City, Schottenstein Stores Announce Recall of Dried Flower Candles
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2002-01-24). Hazards: fire, burn. About 6,400 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 02090 |
| Published | 2002-01-24 |
| Last updated | 2025-08-18 |
| Product category | Candles & Candle Holders |
| Products | Dried Flower Candles |
| Firm named in the title | Value City, Schottenstein Stores |
| Firms | Value City and Schottenstein stores, of Columbus, Ohio (distributor) |
| Units (US) | 6,400 |
| Hazard classes | fire, burn |
| Remedy classes | refund, stop use |
| Sold | Value City and Schottenstein discount stores sold these candles nationwide, from January 2001 through December 2001, for about $4. |
Description
The candles are made of uncolored wax and have dried yellow, purple and brown flowers in the outer layer. The candles are either square or round, and are about 4 inches high by 4 inches wide.
Hazard
When burned, the dried flowers in the candle can catch on fire, posing fire and burn hazards to consumers.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using these candles immediately and return them to the store where purchased, for a refund.
Incidents and injuries
Value City has received one report of the flowers in these candles catching on fire. No injuries or damage was reported.
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