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CPSC, LTD Commodities Inc. Announce Recall of Snowman Holiday Porcelain Lanterns

Reported: December 20, 2001 Initiated: December 20, 2001 #02077

Product Description

The recalled Holiday Porcelain Votive Lanterns are shaped like a snowman and have a white body; brown, tree-limb-like arms; an orange nose; and a black hat. A votive tealight candle illuminates the snowman from inside, which can be seen through holes in the body, the face, and hat. The lanterns have a product code number of HVO-MAN 102723-01, and have a label on the bottom of the snowman that reads in part, "WARNING: This item becomes extremely hot during use" and "MADE IN CHINA."

Reason for Recall

These snowman lanterns can crack or catch fire, due to excessive heat from the tealight candles, which poses a risk of injury to consumers.

Remedy

Consumers should stop using these lanterns immediately and contact LTD Commodities for information about returning the product, for a full refund.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
The recalled Holiday Porcelain Votive Lanterns are shaped like a snowman and have a white body; brown, tree-limb-like arms; an orange nose; and a black hat. A votive tealight candle illuminates the snowman from inside, which can be seen through holes in the body, the face, and hat. The lanterns have a product code number of HVO-MAN 102723-01, and have a label on the bottom of the snowman that reads in part, "WARNING: This item becomes extremely hot during use" and "MADE IN CHINA.". Units affected: About 33,000.
Why was this product recalled?
These snowman lanterns can crack or catch fire, due to excessive heat from the tealight candles, which poses a risk of injury to consumers.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should stop using these lanterns immediately and contact LTD Commodities for information about returning the product, for a full refund.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on December 20, 2001. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 02077.