CPSC, Carlton Cards Retails, Inc. Announce Recall of Tealight Candle Holder
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2005-01-21). Hazards: fire. Models: 231279-4. About 5,000 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 05089 |
| Published | 2005-01-21 |
| Last updated | 2024-09-10 |
| Product category | Candles & Candle Holders |
| Products | Roasting Marshmallow Tealight Candle Holder |
| Firm named in the title | Carlton Cards Retails, Inc. |
| Firms | Carlton Cards Retail, Inc., of Cleveland, Ohio (distributor) |
| Manufactured in | China |
| Units (US) | 5,000 |
| Model numbers | 231279-4 |
| Hazard classes | fire |
| Remedy classes | refund, stop use |
| Sold | Card stores nationwide from October 2004 through December 2004 for about $13. |
Description
The candle holder is a Christmas decoration designed to hold a tealight candle. The candle holder includes three figures (penguin, moose, snowman) dressed in red and green sweaters, scarves and hats, roasting marshmallows on a stick over a small fire. Model numbers 4-01-427, 231279-4 and UPC code 90000 08741 are printed on the bottom of the candle holder.
Hazard
During normal use, the decorative marshmallows or decorative campfire flames may catch fire.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the product and return it to the store where purchased or other stores where Carlton Cards are sold for a full refund.
Incidents and injuries
None reported.
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