Peppermint Basket Candles
CPSC Recall #01-509 — February 19, 2001
Product
Peppermint Basket Candles
Description
PRODUCT: - Peppermint Basket Candles - The Paper Magic Group, Inc., of Scranton, Pa., is voluntarily recalling about 31,000 Christmas candles. They consist of a fragranced candle in a red and white "peppermint striped" ceramic candle holder. The candle holder is in the shape of a basket and includes a decorative ceramic handle that extends over the top of the basket. The basket is about 4 inches in diameter and the handle extends about 3.5 inches over the top of the basket. The name "Candle Illusions" is on the bottom of the basket. Drug and grocery stores nationwide sold these candles from October 2000 through December 2000 for about $6.PROBLEM: The ceramic handle that extends over the top of the basket can become hot during use, posing a burn hazard if touched.INCIDENTS/INJURIES: The Paper Magic Group has received one report of a consumer that received a minor burn injury.WHAT TO DO: Consumers should stop using these candles immediately, and return them to the store where purchased for a refund. For more information, call The Paper Magic Group at (800) 258-1044 between 8:30 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. ET Monday through Friday.
Hazard
The ceramic handle that extends over the top of the basket can become hot during use, posing a burn hazard if touched.
Incidents / Injuries
The Paper Magic Group has received one report of a consumer that received a minor burn injury.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using these candles immediately, and return them to the store where purchased for a refund.
Units Affected
About 31,000
Sold At
Drug and grocery stores nationwide sold these candles from October 2000 through December 2000 for about $6.