Aviv Judaica Imports and Ahron's Judaica · Recalled
Aviv Judaica Imports and Ahron's Judaica Recall Chanukah Candles Due To Fire and Burn Hazards
The oil candles can become engulfed in flames and melt the plastic cups holding the candles in place, allowing hot wax to leak out, which poses fire and burn hazards to consumers.
- Units
- About 9,000
- Reports
- 8
- Injuries
- —
- Deaths
- 0
- Price
- $15–$25
- Remedy
- See notice
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Affected
This recall involves both the 44-count and the 36-count of Chanukah Oil Candles. The packaging is a red box with the following printed on it: "Chanukah Oil Candles With Jelled Extra Virgin Olive Oil" and "Distributed by Ahron's Judaica Item # OCCL-25/44."
The file
- Sold at
- Jewish specialty stores nationwide from November 2006 through December 2006 for between $15 and $25.
- Product type
- Candles & Candle Holders
- Made in
- China
- Recalled by
- Ahron's Judaica, of Brooklyn, N.Y., Aviv Judaica Imports Ltd., of Brooklyn, N.Y.
Incident log
Both firms have received eight reports of the candles igniting and the plastic melting. No injuries have been reported.
What the notice says to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the candles and return them to the place of purchase for a full refund or contact the firm for instructions on how to get a refund.
For additional information, call Ahron's Judaica toll-free at (866) 669-1708 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday.
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 APR 05 2007; last revised MAY 23 2014.
