CPSC, Blue Star Candles, L.P. Announce Recall of Christmas Candles

Recalled March 11, 2003 · CPSC recall 03525 · Blue Star Candles, L.P

Hazard

The 6-ounce candles can have the wrong size wick, causing the flame to burn irregularly, posing a fire or burn hazard.

Remedy

Consumers should stop using the 6-ounce Christmas candles immediately and return any unused candles to Blue Star Candles, L.P. at 505 32nd Street, Lubbock, TX, 79404. Consumers should include their return address information to receive a full refund, including shipping cost, of the candles.

Units

About 18,000

Incidents / injuries

Blue Star Candles, L.P. has received five reports of the candles burning irregularly. There have been no reports of injuries.

Description

The 6-ounce red Christmas candles are packaged in an 18-count box labeled "Christmas Candles." Each candle sits in a 6-ounce tin container. A label on the bottom of the candle reads in part, "Merry Christmas" with either a Santa Claus or Christmas tree printed on the candle. The candles have a cinnamon spice fragrance named Christmas Joy. Only the 6-ounce candle size is included in the recall.

What to do

Contact

For additional information, contact Blue Star Candles, L.P. at (877) 391-4526 between 8 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or visit the firm's website at www.bluestarcandles.com

Product

Christmas Candles, 6-ounce

Manufacturer(s)

Blue Star Candles, L.P., of Lubbock, Texas

Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. Official recall notice on cpsc.gov →