Rope Candle

CPSC Recall #05-559 — March 30, 2005

Recall #05-559 Date: March 30, 2005 Remedy: Refund

Product

Rope Candle

Description

The rope candle is a 20-foot coiled beeswax candle that feeds up to a scissors like clamp. The candle is lit above the clamp. The candle has an antique copper finish. It was sold under the name "Self-extinguishing Rope Candle."

Hazard

The candle has a clamp that is used to extinguish the candle. The clamp does not always sever the wax close to the wick and extinguish the candle as intended. This can allow the flame to continue down into the coiled section of the candle and ignite the entire candle.

Incidents / Injuries

TechnoBrands Inc. has received two reports of the candle continuing to burn past the point where it is supposed to extinguish. TechnoBrands, Inc. has received no reports of property damage or injury.

Remedy

Consumers should contact TechnoBrands Inc. to get information on receiving a full refund.

Units Affected

About 2,000

Sold At

TechnoBrands Inc. doing business as FirstSTREET on their Web site and through their catalog from November 2004 through February 2005 for $49.95.

Manufacturer

Zhongshan Zhongnam Candle Manufacturer Co., Ltd. of China

Manufactured In

China