CPSC, Walgreen Co. Announce Recall of Candele Glitter Candles

Recalled December 20, 2001 · CPSC recall 02074 · Walgreen

Recalled Candele glitter candles (six-inch)

Recalled Candele glitter candles (three-inch)

Hazard

The glitter on the candles can ignite, posing a fire hazard.

Remedy

Consumers should stop using the candles immediately and contact Walgreens for a refund.

Units

About 50,500

Incidents / injuries

Walgreens received one report of the glitter on the candle catching fire. No injuries or property damage have been reported.

Description

The pillar candles were sold in two sizes, three-inches high and six-inches high. The candles are coated with glitter and come in three colors - red, green and gold. The recalled candles have one of the following item numbers printed on a label affixed to the bottom of the candle: 642413, 642423, 642424, 642409, 642410, and 642411.

What to do

Consumers should stop using the candles immediately and contact Walgreens for a refund.

Contact

For more information, consumers should contact Walgreens at (847) 914-2742 between 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or visit the firm's web site at www.walgreens.com

Product

Candele glitter candles

Imported by

Walgreen Co., of Deerfield, Ill.

Retailers

Walgreens stores nationwide sold the candles, from August 2001 through December 2001, for between $3 and $4.

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