Birch Bark Wrapped Candles Recalled by Roost Due to Fire Hazard
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2007-11-15). Hazards: fire, burn. About 1,200 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 08083 |
| Published | 2007-11-15 |
| Last updated | 2014-05-23 |
| Product category | Candles & Candle Holders |
| Products | Birch Bark Wrapped Candles |
| Firm named in the title | Roost |
| Firms | Gate Five Group LLC, d.b.a. Roost, of Sausalito, Calif. (importer) |
| Manufactured in | China |
| Units (US) | 1,200 |
| Hazard classes | fire, burn |
| Remedy classes | refund, stop use |
| Sold | Specialty retailers nationwide from September 2007 through October 2007 for between $20 and $80. |
Description
This recall involves the following Roost birch bark wrapped candles. The center of the candle is white and the sides are covered with brown birch bark. "Roost" and the item number can be found on the box. "Roost" can also be found on the warning label on the bottom of the candle. Item Number Size (Inches) CN501 4 ½ x 4 ½ CN502 7 x 6 CN503 7 x 9 CN504 12 x 3
Hazard
The bark wrapping of the candle can ignite when the candle burns down, posing a fire hazard.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using the candles immediately and return them to the place of purchase for a full refund or call Roost for product pickup and a full refund.
Incidents and injuries
The firm has received three reports of the birch bark wrapping igniting as the candle burned down. No injuries or property damage have been reported.
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