CPSC2010-11-23
Metallic Taper Candles Sold Exclusively at Yankee Candle Stores Recalled by General Wax & Candle Company Due to Fire Hazard
General Wax & Candle Company, of North Hollywood, Calif.
Hazard
The metallic paint can ignite on the candles, posing a risk of fire.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled candles and return them to any Yankee Candle store or contact General Wax and Candle for a full refund.
Sold at
Yankee Candle stores nationwide from October 2010 through November 2010 for about $2.
Affected count
About 33,000
Injuries reported
None reported
Manufactured in
United States
Remedy type
Refund
Products
Silver and Gold Metallic Taper Candles
Consumer contact
For additional information, contact General Wax and Candle at (800) 543-0642 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT, Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's website atwww.generalwaxrefund.com
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2010/Metallic-Taper-Candles-Sold-Exclusively-at-Yankee-Candle-Stores-Recalled-by-General-WaxDon't want to check this manually?
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