Searching recalls…
Searching…
Home › Furniture & furnishings › Christmas Tree Shops Glitter Candles
Product recall · CPSCOctober 9, 2007Serious
Christmas Tree Shops Glitter Candles
The notice says to stop using it — see below for what to do.
What’s wrong
The candle's exterior glitter coating can ignite, posing a fire hazard.
The Recall Registry rates this serious — Fire or burn risk.
What it looks like
Photos help. Identifiers decide. Appearance can vary by color, finish or packaging. Confirm the model number, date code or other identifier in the official notice.
Recall image provided by CPSC
What to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the candles and return them to the place of purchase for a full refund. For a list of stores, visit the firm's Web site.
Who to contact: For additional information, call Christmas Tree Shops toll-free at (888) 287-3232 between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.christmastreeshops.com
The product
This recall involves glitter candles in three styles. UPC Size/Shape 0 00014 42442 7 3 inches across x 3 inches tall 0 00014 42441 0 3 inches across x 6 inches tall 0 00014 42444 1 6 inches tall, teardrop shape The candles were available in gold, silver and red. The UPC label be located on the product's packaging.
Details
- Units affected
- About 9,600
- Recall date
- October 9, 2007
- Made or distributed by
- Christmas Tree Shops Inc., of South Yarmouth, Mass.
- Injuries reported
- None reported
- What has been reported
- The firm has received four reports of flames or smoke coming from the candle or the exterior coating. No injuries have been reported.
Christmas Tree Shop retail locations nationwide from November 2006 through December 2006 for between $1.70 and $3.00.
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: “Christmas Tree Shops Recalls Glitter Candles Due to Fire Hazard”
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.
Filed under: Furniture & furnishings