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CoScentrix Recalls Candles in Metal Tins Due to Fire Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Hobby Lobby

Reported: August 12, 2014 Initiated: August 12, 2014 #14254

Product Description

This recall involves 4-ounce DD branded candles sold in a round metal tin with a metal lid. The single wick candles are 2.75 inches wide by 2 inches high and were sold in 35 fragrances and colors of wax. A "DD" logo is embossed atop the metal lid. The candle fragrance is printed on a label affixed to the outside of the tin. A label on the underside of the tin is marked "$5.99" and has the SKU and batch number. Candles included in the recall have the following SKU numbers: #195156 - Smoke Away #517060 - Spiced Raisin Cake #517417 - Frosted Forest #518886 - Holly Berry #524058 - Spicy Currant #526970 - Sugar Plum #534628 - Celebration #540559 - Winter Blossom #546333 - Vanilla Toddy #763979 - Autumn Moonlight #764126 - Fern Leaf #764720 - Sea Spa #765891 - Eucalyptus Verbena #766188 - French Berries #767434 - Italian Linen #779405 - Lavender and Sage #782136 - Clementine and Mango #783910 - Spiced Amber #785444 - Grapefruit and Cinnamon #787473 - Pink Pepper #792978 - Beach Get-A-Way #798389 - Southern Magnolia #798546 - Spring Bouquet #804492 - Lemonseed and Parsley #804526 - Cinnamon Embers #807990 - Tuscan Harvest #808006 - Vanilla Orchid #808048 - Vintage Luxe #819417 - Mulberry Apple #826776 - Bamboo Jasmine #832436 - Aged Driftwood #835348 - Parisian Garden #835702 - Summer Sunshine #840579 - Roasted Pear #841080 - Cashmere Petals The batch numbers included are: 14070, 14071, 14072, 14073, 14076, 14077, 14078, 14132, 14134, 14135, 14139, 14140, 14155, 14156, 14157 and 14178.

Reason for Recall

The candle's high flame can ignite the surface of the wax and the polymer coating on the tin-plated container, posing a fire hazard.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the candles and return them to the nearest Hobby Lobby. Consumers with a receipt will receive a full refund, without a receipt a store credit will be issued. Online purchasers should contact CoScentrix for instructions on returning the product.

Details

Units Affected
About 126,000

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
This recall involves 4-ounce DD branded candles sold in a round metal tin with a metal lid. The single wick candles are 2.75 inches wide by 2 inches high and were sold in 35 fragrances and colors of wax. A "DD" logo is embossed atop the metal lid. The candle fragrance is printed on a label affixed to the outside of the tin. A label on the underside of the tin is marked "$5.99" and has the SKU and batch number. Candles included in the recall have the following SKU numbers: #195156 - Smoke Away #517060 - Spiced Raisin Cake #517417 - Frosted Forest #518886 - Holly Berry #524058 - Spicy Currant #526970 - Sugar Plum #534628 - Celebration #540559 - Winter Blossom #546333 - Vanilla Toddy #763979 - Autumn Moonlight #764126 - Fern Leaf #764720 - Sea Spa #765891 - Eucalyptus Verbena #766188 - French Berries #767434 - Italian Linen #779405 - Lavender and Sage #782136 - Clementine and Mango #783910 - Spiced Amber #785444 - Grapefruit and Cinnamon #787473 - Pink Pepper #792978 - Beach Get-A-Way #798389 - Southern Magnolia #798546 - Spring Bouquet #804492 - Lemonseed and Parsley #804526 - Cinnamon Embers #807990 - Tuscan Harvest #808006 - Vanilla Orchid #808048 - Vintage Luxe #819417 - Mulberry Apple #826776 - Bamboo Jasmine #832436 - Aged Driftwood #835348 - Parisian Garden #835702 - Summer Sunshine #840579 - Roasted Pear #841080 - Cashmere Petals The batch numbers included are: 14070, 14071, 14072, 14073, 14076, 14077, 14078, 14132, 14134, 14135, 14139, 14140, 14155, 14156, 14157 and 14178.. Recalled by CoScentrix, of Carson, Calif.. Units affected: About 126,000.
Why was this product recalled?
The candle's high flame can ignite the surface of the wax and the polymer coating on the tin-plated container, posing a fire hazard.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should immediately stop using the candles and return them to the nearest Hobby Lobby. Consumers with a receipt will receive a full refund, without a receipt a store credit will be issued. Online purchasers should contact CoScentrix for instructions on returning the product.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on August 12, 2014. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 14254.