Product Recall Number: 02-052
Why was Wooden candle holders recalled?
When the candle burns down to the bottom of the wick it can set the candle holder on fire, which poses fire and burn hazards to consumers.
Product Recall Number: 02-052
Product Safety Warning Number:
Date: 2001-11-28
Product Safety Warning Date:
Name Of Product: Wooden candle holders
Description: WASHINGTON, D.C.- In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Darice Inc., of Strongsville, Ohio, is voluntarily recalling 60,000 wooden candle holders. When the candle burns down to the bottom of the wick it can set the candle holder on fire, which poses fire and burn hazards to consumers. Darice Inc. has not received any reports of incidents. This recall is being conducted to prevent the possibility of injuries. The recalled candle holders are constructed of unfinished wood and are designed to be painted or decorated. The candle holders, which are intended to support taper candles, come in five different shapes and sizes. The Darice wholesale catalog, independent craft stores nationwide, including Pat Catan's Craft Centers and Ben Franklin Crafts, and Wal-Mart Stores, sold the candle holders from October 2000 through November 2001 for about $2. Consumers should stop using these candle holders immediately and call Darice at (800) 321-1494 between 8:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday for a full refund. For more information, consumers should visit the company's website at www.darice.com.
Hazard Description: When the candle burns down to the bottom of the wick it can set the candle holder on fire, which poses fire and burn hazards to consumers.
Consumer Action: None Listed
Original Product Safety Warning Announcement: None Listed
Remedy Type: Refund
Units: 60000
Incidents: Darice Inc. has not received any reports of incidents.
Remedy: Consumers should stop using these candle holders immediately and call Darice at (800) 321-1494 between 8:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday for a full refund.
Sold At: The Darice wholesale catalog, independent craft stores nationwide, including Pat Catan's Craft Centers and Ben Franklin Crafts, and Wal-Mart Stores, sold the candle holders from October 2000 through November 2001 for about $2.
Importers: None Listed
Manufacturers: None Listed
Distributors: None Listed
Manufactured In: None Listed
Custom Label: None Listed
Custom Field: None Listed