CPSC, Wal-Mart Announce Recall of Candles Because of Flammable Paint
Reported: December 12, 2003 Initiated: December 12, 2003 #04049
Product Description
Each Home Trends Ice Holiday Collection Candle gift set contains three candles with one of these scenes painted on the exterior: Snow House Winter; Snowman; or Snowflake design.
Reason for Recall
Paint on the exterior surface of the candles could potentially sustain flame, posing a potential fire hazard.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the product and return the candle gift set to Wal-Mart for a full refund.
Details
- Recalling Firm
- Qingdao Kingking Applied Chemistry Co., Ltd., China
- Units Affected
- 69,804 units of the Snow House Candle gift set; 29,064 units of the Snowman Candle gift set; and 62,428 units of the Snowflake Candle gift set
Frequently Asked Questions
What product was recalled? ▼
Each Home Trends Ice Holiday Collection Candle gift set contains three candles with one of these scenes painted on the exterior: Snow House Winter; Snowman; or Snowflake design.. Recalled by Qingdao Kingking Applied Chemistry Co., Ltd., China. Units affected: 69,804 units of the Snow House Candle gift set; 29,064 units of the Snowman Candle gift set; and 62,428 units of the Snowflake Candle gift set.
Why was this product recalled? ▼
Paint on the exterior surface of the candles could potentially sustain flame, posing a potential fire hazard.
What should consumers do? ▼
Consumers should immediately stop using the product and return the candle gift set to Wal-Mart for a full refund.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the CPSC on December 12, 2003. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 04049.
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