APOTHEKE Recalls Pumpkin Ginger 3-Wick Scented Candles Due to Fire, Burn and Laceration Hazards; Sold Exclusively at Crate & Barrel
CPSC recall 25199 · announced March 27, 2025 · Apotheke · 640 units affected
The product
This recall involves APOTHEKE's 26 oz. (761 g) Pumpkin Ginger 3-Wick Scented Candles. The 3-wick candles are white and were sold in a 26 oz. (761 g) amber glass container. "APOTHEKE" is printed in gold on the front of the container. Batch code "CB-240603" is printed on a label affixed to the underside of the container.
The hazard
The flame can burn too high and cause the candle to ignite and the glass container to break, posing fire, burn and laceration hazards.
What to do (per CPSC)
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled candles and contact APOTHEKE to receive a full refund in the form of an APOTHEKE online store credit or a check. Crate & Barrel is contacting all known purchasers directly. After the refund request is submitted, candles should be immediately discarded. Remedy type: Refund
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): APOTHEKE has received six reports of the candle's flames burning too high; four resulting in minor property damage, including singed surfaces and one minor burn to a consumer's hand.
Sold at: Crate & Barrel stores nationwide and online at crateandbarrel.com from June 2024 through January 2025 for about $80.
Consumer contact: APOTHEKE via email at recall@apothekeco.com or online at https://apothekeco.com/pages/candlerecall or http://apothekeco.com, type "Recall" in the search field, and press enter for more information.
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.