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Fire / OverheatingFebruary 10, 2004CPSC #04081

CPSC, Dollar Tree Stores Inc. Announce Recall of Candle Sets

Product
Candles
Units affected
68,400
Remedy
refund

What was recalled

The recalled candles were sold in packages containing eight tea light candles and one glass holder in the shape of a flower. The 1-inch-tall candles were available in either gold or silver. A label affixed to the top of the package containing the recalled candles reads "Luminessence™ candles, 8 T-Lite Candles with Glass Holder, NET WT 3.2 oz (EACH 10G)." The label affixed to the bottom of the package reads, "DOLLAR TREE DIST., CHESAPEAKE, VA 23320, MADE IN CHINA."

Hazard

Paint on the exterior surface of the candles can sustain a flame, posing a potential fire hazard.

Injuries

Dollar Tree received six reports of candles producing excessive flame and/or igniting. Three of these reports involved minor injuries and three involved minor property damage.

Made in

China

Where it was sold

  • Dollar Tree, Only One Dollar, Only $1, Dollar Express, and Dollar Bills retail stores nationwide, from September 2003 through October 2003, for $1.

Photos

Recalled Luminessence™ T-Lite Candles with Glass Holder
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