CPSC, Michaels Stores, Inc. Announce Recall of Halloween Candleholders
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2003-10-30). Hazards: burn. About 165,000 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 04023 |
| Published | 2003-10-30 |
| Last updated | 2025-01-07 |
| Product category | Candles & Candle Holders |
| Products | Halloween tealight candleholders |
| Firm named in the title | Michaels Stores, Inc. |
| Firms | Michaels Stores, Inc., of Irving, Texas (importer) |
| Manufactured in | China |
| Units (US) | 165,000 |
| Hazard classes | burn |
| Remedy classes | refund, stop use |
| Sold | Michaels Stores nationwide sold these Halloween candleholders, from July 2003 through October 2003, for about $1. |
Description
These ceramic Halloween tealight candleholders are in the shape of pumpkins, gourds, witch hats and ghosts. They are about 2.5 inches to 3.25 inches high. The orange sticker on the bottom of the candleholders reads "Made in China" and "MSI Irving, TX."
Hazard
Because of the lack of ventilation in these ceramic candleholders, the tealights can flare up, posing a risk of burns to consumers.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using these candleholders immediately and return them to any Michaels store for a refund.
Incidents and injuries
Michaels Stores has received eight reports of flare-ups or scorching with these Halloween candleholders. Three consumers reportedly received minor burns to their fingers.
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