CPSC2005-03-28
CPSC, Nature's Finest Announce Recall of Gel Candles
Nature's Finest, of Marble Falls, Texas
Hazard
The gel used in these candles can catch fire, creating a high flame. This can result in nearby combustibles catching fire and in burns to consumers.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using these candles immediately and contact Nature's Finest to receive a full refund.
Sold at
Drug and grocery stores nationwide, from June 2001 though February 2005, for between $8 and $11.
Affected count
About 727,000
Injuries reported
Nature's Finest has received four reports of the surface layer of gel burning, creating high flames. There are two reported burn injuries to consumers' hands, which required medical treatment.
Manufactured in
United States
Products
Nature's Finest Gel Candles
Consumer contact
Call Nature's Finest at (800) 964-6804 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or go to the firm's Web site at www.naturesfinestcandles.com
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2005/CPSC-Natures-Finest-Announce-Recall-of-Gel-Candles-Don't want to check this manually?
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