CPSC2011-04-20
Pacific Trade International Recalls Candles Due to Fire and Burn Hazard
Pacific Trade International Inc. of Rockville, Md.
Hazard
The candles have a clear, plastic cup that can melt or ignite, posing a fire and burn hazard to consumers.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the candles and return them to the store where purchased for a store merchandise card equal to the purchase price.
Sold at
Fred Meyer, Home Goods, Marshalls, Super Value, Target, TJ Maxx and Wegmans stores nationwide between July 2009 and February 2011 for between $1 and $12.
Affected count
About 615,195 sets (about 7.48 million candles)
Injuries reported
Pacific Trade has received one report of the plastic cup melting while in use. No injuries or property damage have been reported.
Manufactured in
Vietnam
Remedy type
Refund
Products
Tea Lights
Consumer contact
For additional information, contact the Pacific Trade International at (800) 331-8339 between 9 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's website athttp://www.chesapeakebaycandle.com
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2011/Pacific-Trade-International-Recalls-Candles-Due-to-Fire-and-Burn-HazardDon't want to check this manually?
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