Terracotta ceramic candles

CPSC Recall #01-160c — May 23, 2001

Recall #01-160c Date: May 23, 2001 Remedy: Refund

Product

Terracotta ceramic candles

Description

PRODUCT: Candles - Schottenstein and Value City Department Stores, of Columbus, Ohio, are voluntarily recalling about 10,800 candles. The candles were sold in two different size terracotta ceramic containers. One container has a vase-shape, leaf design and a silver paint coating and measures about 3.5 inches high. The other container has a jar-shape, rope design around the top of the container with a silver paint coating and measures about 2 inches high. Schottenstein and Value City Stores nationwide sold the candles from October 2000 through December 2000 for about $1.PROBLEM: The candle flame can ignite the silver paint coating on the candle container, presenting a fire hazard.INCIDENTS/INJURIES: None reported.WHAT TO DO: Consumers should stop using the recalled candles immediately and contact Schottenstein or Value City Stores at (888) 278-6370 anytime to receive a refund and a $5 off coupon for use at Schottenstein or Value City Stores.

Hazard

The candle flame can ignite the silver paint coating on the candle container, presenting a fire hazard.

Incidents / Injuries

None reported.

Remedy

Consumers should stop using the recalled candles immediately and contact Schottenstein or Value City Stores at (888) 278-6370 anytime to receive a refund and a $5 off coupon for use at Schottenstein or Value City Stores.

Units Affected

About 10,800

Sold At

Schottenstein and Value City Stores nationwide sold the candles from October 2000 through December 2000 for about $1.