Aviv Judaica Imports and Ahron's Judaica Recall Chanukah Candles Due To Fire and Burn Hazards
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2007-04-05). Hazards: fire, burn. About 9,000 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 07150 |
| Published | 2007-04-05 |
| Last updated | 2014-05-23 |
| Product category | Candles & Candle Holders |
| Products | Chanukah Oil Candles |
| Firm named in the title | Aviv Judaica Imports and Ahron's Judaica |
| Firms | Aviv Judaica Imports Ltd., of Brooklyn, N.Y. (importer); Ahron's Judaica, of Brooklyn, N.Y. (distributor) |
| Manufactured in | China |
| Units (US) | 9,000 |
| Hazard classes | fire, burn |
| Remedy classes | refund, stop use |
| Sold | Jewish specialty stores nationwide from November 2006 through December 2006 for between $15 and $25. |
Description
This recall involves both the 44-count and the 36-count of Chanukah Oil Candles. The packaging is a red box with the following printed on it: "Chanukah Oil Candles With Jelled Extra Virgin Olive Oil" and "Distributed by Ahron's Judaica Item # OCCL-25/44."
Hazard
The oil candles can become engulfed in flames and melt the plastic cups holding the candles in place, allowing hot wax to leak out, which poses fire and burn hazards to consumers.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the candles and return them to the place of purchase for a full refund or contact the firm for instructions on how to get a refund.
Incidents and injuries
Both firms have received eight reports of the candles igniting and the plastic melting. No injuries have been reported.
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