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Fire / OverheatingSeptember 25, 2013CPSC #13291

Votive Candle Holders Sold at Cracker Barrel Old Country Store Recalled Due to Fire Hazard; Made by Mercuries Asia

Product
Candles
Units affected
7,900
Remedy
refund

What was recalled

This recall involves candle holders designed to resemble a large ant. The black metal candle holders are 6 ½ inches tall and were sold as either a male or female. The male ant has a polka dot bow tie and the female has a white pearl necklace. Both ants hold up a clear glass votive cup. The words "Backyard BBQ" and "Glass Votive Holder" are printed on the front of the packaging. SKU number 426154 can be found on the underside of the packaging.

Hazard

The decorative ant's arms, used to hold up the votive cup, can break. If this happens, a lit candle can tip over or fall out, posing fire and burn hazards.

Injuries

None reported.

Made in

China

Where it was sold

  • Cracker Barrel Old Country Store locations nationwide from May 2013 through June 2013 for about $6

Photos

Mercuries Asia “Ant” Votive Holders PackagingMercuries Asia “Ant” Votive Holders
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