CPSC, Lang Candles Announce Recall of Thematic Candles
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2004-01-07). Hazards: fire, burn. About 92,000 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 04061 |
| Published | 2004-01-07 |
| Last updated | 2025-01-15 |
| Product category | Candles & Candle Holders |
| Products | Thematic Candles |
| Firm named in the title | Lang Candles |
| Firms | Lang Candles, of Delafield, Wis. (manufacturer) |
| Manufactured in | China |
| Units (US) | 92,000 |
| Hazard classes | fire, burn |
| Remedy classes | refund, stop use |
| Sold | Small craft and candle stores sold the candles, from September 2001 through May 2003, for between $9 and $13. The candles were sold individually and in prepacks of two or three units. |
Description
The recalled resin-encased candles came in 57 different models and themes, including a birdhouse design, watering can, flowerpot, and Halloween and Christmas designs. Generally, the candles measured 1½ to 4 inches in height and 2½ to 3 inches in width. The multi-colored candles also had various fragrances, such as vanilla, eucalyptus, lavender, and butter pecan. Most of the units were filled with wax or had a metal wax-filled cup that was inserted inside the unit. On the bottom of all of the candles is a label that reads, "LANG CANDLES, LTD. 800.260.8297 www.lang.com MADE IN CHINA."
Hazard
Resin in the candleholder can ignite, posing a serious burn and fire hazard to consumers.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using the candles immediately and contact Lang Candles to receive a refund for each candle.
Incidents and injuries
Lang Candles has received nine reports of the candles igniting, resulting in six reports of property damage, though no one has been injured.
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