Metallic Taper Candles Sold Exclusively at Yankee Candle Stores Recalled by General Wax & Candle Company Due to Fire Hazard
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2010-11-23). Hazards: fire. About 33,000 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 11052 |
| Published | 2010-11-23 |
| Last updated | 2016-07-08 |
| Product category | Candles or Candlesticks |
| Products | Silver and Gold Metallic Taper Candles |
| Firm named in the title | General Wax & Candle Company |
| Firms | General Wax & Candle Company, of North Hollywood, Calif. (manufacturer) |
| Manufactured in | United States |
| Units (US) | 33,000 |
| UPC / GTIN | 00609032492687, 00609032492694 |
| Hazard classes | fire |
| Remedy classes | refund, stop use |
| Sold | Yankee Candle stores nationwide from October 2010 through November 2010 for about $2. |
Description
This recall involves 10 inch metallic silver and gold taper candles. The price "$1.99" and the UPC code 609032492687 or 609032492694 are printed on the candles' plastic wrapping.
Hazard
The metallic paint can ignite on the candles, posing a risk of fire.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled candles and return them to any Yankee Candle store or contact General Wax and Candle for a full refund.
Incidents and injuries
None reported
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