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Product recall · CPSCApril 5, 2007Serious
Aviv Judaica Imports and Ahron's Judaica Recall Chanukah Candles
The notice says to stop using it — see below for what to do.
What’s wrong
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.
The Recall Registry rates this serious — Fire or burn risk.
What it looks like
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What to do
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.
Who to contact: For additional information, call Ahron's Judaica toll-free at (866) 669-1708 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday.
The product
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."
Details
- Units affected
- About 9,000
- Recall date
- April 5, 2007
- Brand
- Aviv Judaica Imports Ltd., of Brooklyn, N.Y.
- Made or distributed by
- Ahron's Judaica, of Brooklyn, N.Y.
- Injuries reported
- None reported
- What has been reported
- Both firms have received eight reports of the candles igniting and the plastic melting. No injuries have been reported.
OCCL-25/44
Jewish specialty stores nationwide from November 2006 through December 2006 for between $15 and $25.
The official notice
This recall was issued by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. The Recall Registry summarises it — always confirm the details at the source.
Their exact wording: “Aviv Judaica Imports and Ahron's Judaica Recall Chanukah Candles Due To Fire and Burn Hazards”
Worried about the other things in your house? You can write down what you have and be told if one is recalled — or, if you sell second-hand, check your whole stock at once.
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