Christmas Tree Shops · Recalled
Christmas Tree Shops Recalls Glitter Candles Due to Fire Hazard
The candle's exterior glitter coating can ignite, posing a fire hazard.
- Units
- About 9,600
- Reports
- 4
- Injuries
- —
- Deaths
- 0
- Price
- $2–$3
- Remedy
- See notice
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Affected
This recall involves glitter candles in three styles. UPC Size/Shape 0 00014 42442 7 3 inches across x 3 inches tall 0 00014 42441 0 3 inches across x 6 inches tall 0 00014 42444 1 6 inches tall, teardrop shape The candles were available in gold, silver and red. The UPC label be located on the product's packaging.
The file
- Sold at
- Christmas Tree Shop retail locations nationwide from November 2006 through December 2006 for between $1.70 and $3.00.
- Product type
- Candles & Candle Holders
- Made in
- China
- Recalled by
- Christmas Tree Shops Inc., of South Yarmouth, Mass.
Incident log
The firm has received four reports of flames or smoke coming from the candle or the exterior coating. 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. For a list of stores, visit the firm's Web site.
For additional information, call Christmas Tree Shops toll-free at (888) 287-3232 between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.christmastreeshops.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 OCT 09 2007; last revised MAY 23 2014.