CPSC, Kmart Corp. Announce Recall of Martha Stewart Everyday Brand Birch Candle Set Sold Exclusively at Kmart
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2005-02-23). Hazards: fire, burn. About 4,600 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 05119 |
| Published | 2005-02-23 |
| Last updated | 2024-09-19 |
| Product category | Candles & Candle Holders |
| Products | Martha Stewart Everyday Brand Birch Candle Sets |
| Firm named in the title | Kmart Corp. |
| Firms | Kmart Corp., of Troy, Mich. (importer) |
| Manufactured in | China |
| Units (US) | 4,600 |
| Hazard classes | fire, burn |
| Remedy classes | refund |
| Sold | Kmart stores nationwide, from September 2004 through January 2005, for about $13. |
Description
The recalled candle sets contain three birch bark candles and pine cones that sit on a round tray. The candles measure 3, 4, and 6 inches in height and have a white birch exterior. "Martha Stewart Everyday" brand name is printed on the box.
Hazard
The birch, surrounding the candles, may ignite, posing a fire and burn hazard.
Remedy
Consumers should return these candle sets to the Kmart store where purchased to receive a refund.
Incidents and injuries
Kmart has received one report of a man who was burned on the hand, while picking up one of the candles.
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