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Fire / OverheatingApril 5, 2007CPSC #07150

Aviv Judaica Imports and Ahron's Judaica Recall Chanukah Candles Due To Fire and Burn Hazards

Product
Candles
Units affected
9,000
Remedy
refund

What was recalled

This recall involves both the 44-count and the 36-count of Chanukah Oil Candles. The packaging is a red box with the following printed on it: "Chanukah Oil Candles With Jelled Extra Virgin Olive Oil" and "Distributed by Ahron's Judaica Item # OCCL-25/44."

Hazard

The oil candles can become engulfed in flames and melt the plastic cups holding the candles in place, allowing hot wax to leak out, which poses fire and burn hazards to consumers.

Injuries

Both firms have received eight reports of the candles igniting and the plastic melting. No injuries have been reported.

Made in

China

Where it was sold

  • Jewish specialty stores nationwide from November 2006 through December 2006 for between $15 and $25.

Photos

Recalled 44-count Chanukah Oil CandlesRecalled 36-count Chanukah Oil Candles
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