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Fire / OverheatingApril 3, 2001CPSC #01118

CPSC, Midwest of Cannon Falls Inc. Announce Recall of Candles

Product
Candles
Units affected
2,000
Remedy
refund

What was recalled

The candles are 3 1/2 inches tall and are in the shape of a yellow duck sitting on a green base. The duck has a blue ribbon around its neck, and has an orange beak. A label on the bottom of the candle has the UPC code - 7 38449 38819 8 - and says, "Made in China."

Hazard

When the duck-shaped candle burns, the pooling of wax can ignite the paint on the duck, posing fire and burn hazards to consumers.

Injuries

CPSC and Midwest of Cannon Falls have not received any reports of injuries.

Made in

China

Where it was sold

  • Gift shops, drug stores, and florists nationwide sold the candles, from September 2000 through January 2001, for about $2.

Photos

Recalled duck-shaped candle
View official CPSC recall

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