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Fire / OverheatingMarch 11, 2003CPSC #03525

CPSC, Blue Star Candles, L.P. Announce Recall of Christmas Candles

Product
Candles
Units affected
18,000
Remedy
refund

What was recalled

The 6-ounce red Christmas candles are packaged in an 18-count box labeled "Christmas Candles." Each candle sits in a 6-ounce tin container. A label on the bottom of the candle reads in part, "Merry Christmas" with either a Santa Claus or Christmas tree printed on the candle. The candles have a cinnamon spice fragrance named Christmas Joy. Only the 6-ounce candle size is included in the recall.

Hazard

The 6-ounce candles can have the wrong size wick, causing the flame to burn irregularly, posing a fire or burn hazard.

Injuries

Blue Star Candles, L.P. has received five reports of the candles burning irregularly. There have been no reports of injuries.

Photos

Recalled 6-ounce Christmas Candle
View official CPSC recall

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