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CPSC, Alene Candles Announce Recall of Christmas Candles
Recalled February 5, 2001 · CPSC recall 01508 · Alene Candles
Hazard
These candles can burn with a high flame, presenting a fire hazard.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using this recalled candle immediately and return it to any Bath & Body Works or White Barn Candle store for a refund and a $10 gift certificate.
Units
Approximately 38,000
Incidents / injuries
Alene Candles has received three reports of high flame. No injuries or property damage have been reported.
Description
The 22.5-ounce Christmas candle is in a ceramic container. It has three wicks and red wax. The ceramic container is decorated with an ice skating snow couple, and was sold as part of the "Snow Friends" Collection.
What to do
Consumers should stop using this recalled candle immediately and return it to any Bath & Body Works or White Barn Candle store for a refund and a $10 gift certificate.
Contact
For additional information, consumers should call Bath & Body Works/White Barn Candle Co. Customer Service at (800) 395-1001 between 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. ET Monday through Friday.
Product
Snow Friends Christmas Candles
Manufacturer(s)
Alene Candles Inc., of Milford, N.H.
Retailers
The candle scent is cinnamon stick. Bath & Body Works and White Barn Candle stores nationwide sold these candles, from October 2000 through December 2000, for about $20.
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. Official recall notice on cpsc.gov →