CPSC, Blue Star Candles, L.P. Announce Recall of Christmas Candles
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2003-03-11). Hazards: fire, burn. About 18,000 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 03525 |
| Published | 2003-03-11 |
| Last updated | 2025-07-09 |
| Product category | Candles & Candle Holders |
| Products | Christmas Candles, 6-ounce |
| Firm named in the title | Blue Star Candles, L.P. |
| Firms | Blue Star Candles, L.P., of Lubbock, Texas (manufacturer) |
| Units (US) | 18,000 |
| Hazard classes | fire, burn |
| Remedy classes | refund, stop use |
Description
The 6-ounce red Christmas candles are packaged in an 18-count box labeled "Christmas Candles." Each candle sits in a 6-ounce tin container. A label on the bottom of the candle reads in part, "Merry Christmas" with either a Santa Claus or Christmas tree printed on the candle. The candles have a cinnamon spice fragrance named Christmas Joy. Only the 6-ounce candle size is included in the recall.
Hazard
The 6-ounce candles can have the wrong size wick, causing the flame to burn irregularly, posing a fire or burn hazard.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using the 6-ounce Christmas candles immediately and return any unused candles to Blue Star Candles, L.P. at 505 32nd Street, Lubbock, TX, 79404. Consumers should include their return address information to receive a full refund, including shipping cost, of the candles.
Incidents and injuries
Blue Star Candles, L.P. has received five reports of the candles burning irregularly. There have been no reports of injuries.
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