CPSC, Wal-Mart Expand Recall of Candles With Flammable Paint
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2003-12-24). Hazards: fire. Models: CAD2525193. About 10,085 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 04057 |
| Published | 2003-12-24 |
| Last updated | 2025-01-15 |
| Product category | Candles & Candle Holders |
| Products | Home Trends Natural Holiday Collection Candle gift set: "Painted Snowman" |
| Firm named in the title | Wal-Mart |
| Firms | Qingdao Kingking Applied Chemistry Co., Ltd., China (manufacturer); Qingdao Kingking Applied Chemistry (manufacturer) |
| Manufactured in | China |
| Units (US) | 10,085 |
| Model numbers | CAD2525193 |
| Hazard classes | fire |
| Remedy classes | refund, stop use |
| Sold | Wal-Mart stores nationwide sold these candle gift sets, from September 2003 through December 2003, for about $10. |
Description
Each Home Trends Natural Holiday Collection Candle gift set contains three candles with a scene painted on the exterior. The "Painted Snowman" gift set includes three candles, a display plate, pine sprigs, and golden berries. The "Painted Snowman" gift set is model CAD2525193 and has UPC number 069302970040. Three similar Home Trend Ice Holiday Collection Candle gift sets were previously recalled.
Hazard
Paint on the exterior surface of the candles could potentially sustain flame posing a potential fire hazard.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the product and return the candle gift set to Wal-Mart for a full refund.
Incidents and injuries
No injuries or incidents have been reported to Wal-Mart.
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