Metallic Taper Candles Sold Exclusively at Yankee Candle Stores Recalled by General Wax & Candle Company Due to Fire Hazard
CPSC recall 11052 · announced November 23, 2010 · General Wax & Candle · 33,000 units affected
The product
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.
The hazard
The metallic paint can ignite on the candles, posing a risk of fire.
What to do (per CPSC)
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. Remedy type: Refund
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): None reported
Sold at: Yankee Candle stores nationwide from October 2010 through November 2010 for about $2.
Consumer contact: For additional information, contact General Wax and Candle at (800) 543-0642 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT, Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's website atwww.generalwaxrefund.com
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.