Vance Kitira Recalls Cinnamon Spice Candles Due to Fire Hazard
CPSC recall 07240 · announced July 18, 2007 · Vance Kitira · 2,000 units affected
The product
The recalled candle is 4 inches in diameter and 6 inches tall with a long wick that ties two cinnamon sticks to the top of the candle. The candle is brown and cream in color. The item number (CS406BR) and "CinnSpc Cndl 4x6 Brown $19.99," and "Made in Thailand" are printed on the label on the bottom of the candle.
The hazard
There are no instructions on the candle, warning consumers to remove the cinnamon sticks and trim the wick, before lighting the candle. The cinnamon sticks can ignite, posing a fire hazard.
What to do (per CPSC)
Consumers should immediately stop using the candles and contact the firm for instructions on how to remove the cinnamon sticks and trim the wick.
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): The firm has received one report of a cinnamon stick igniting and causing a small fire contained to the candle. No injuries have been reported.
Sold at: Department stores and candle retailers nationwide from May 2006 through June 2007 for about $20.
Consumer contact: For additional information, call Vance Kitira at (800) 646-6360 between 9 a.m. and 6 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at http://vancekitira.com
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.