Target Corp. · Recalled
CPSC, Target Corp. Announce Recall of Birch/Bark Candles
The birch and bark surrounding the candles can ignite, posing a fire and burn hazard.
- Units
- About 256,000
- Reports
- 24
- Injuries
- —
- Deaths
- 0
- Price
- $6–$15
- Remedy
- See notice
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Affected
The recalled candles were sold individually wrapped in a ribbon on a plate. This recall also includes candles sold in boxed sets of three candles under the Restore & Restyle brand. The candles are cream in color and were sold in sizes 3 by 3 inches, 3 by 6 inches, 4 by 6 inches and 6 by 6 inches.
The file
- Sold at
- Target stores nationwide, from September 2004 through March 2005, between $6 and $15.
- Product type
- Candles & Candle Holders
- Made in
- China
- Recalled by
- Target Corp., Minneapolis, Minn.
Incident log
There have been 24 reports of the birch and bark candles catching fire and six reports of property damage. No injuries have been reported.
What the notice says to do
Consumers should return the candles to the nearest Target store to receive a gift card from Target in the amount of $15, plus applicable state taxes.
For additional information, contact Target at (800) 440-0680 between 8 a.m. and 7 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.target.com
Recall notice published by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. This site is independent: always confirm on the official notice before acting.
Notice first dated JUN 24 2005; last revised OCT 15 2024.
