Giftco Inc. Recalls Pine Cone Candle Sets Due to Fire Hazard
CPSC recall 07274 · announced August 15, 2007 · Giftco · 24,000 units affected
The product
This recall involves Gold Pine Cone Candles (set of three), Item Numbers 1240 and R1240. The item number is located on the product's packaging. The set includes three candles of different sizes that sit on a gold plate.
The hazard
The candles' exterior paint and coating can ignite and catch fire, igniting nearby combustibles.
What to do (per CPSC)
The firm is no longer in business and a remedy is no longer available. Please discard or destroy the product.
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): CPSC has received one report of a flare-up with damage contained to the candle. No injuries have been reported.
Sold at: Christmas stores, school fundraisers, mail order, and specialty stores nationwide from September 2001 through December 2006 for between $4 and $25.
Consumer contact: The firm is out of business. Call the CPSC hotline at 800-638-2772.
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.