Terracotta ceramic candles
CPSC Recall #01-160c — May 23, 2001
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.