CPSCMarch 11, 2003

CPSC, Blue Star Candles, L.P. Announce Recall of

CPSC, Blue Star Candles, L.P. Announce Recall of Christmas Candles

Why was CPSC, Blue Star Candles, L.P. Announce Recall of recalled?

The 6-ounce candles can have the wrong size wick, causing the flame to burn irregularly, posing a fire or burn hazard.

What should I do if I have this product?

Consumers should stop using the 6-ounce Christmas candles immediately and return any unused candles to Blue Star Candles, L.P. at 505 32nd Street, Lubbock, TX, 79404. Consumers should include their return address information to receive a full refund, including shipping cost, of the candles. Contact: For additional information, contact Blue Star Candles, L.P. at (877) 391-4526 between 8 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or visit the firm's website at www.bluestarcandles.com

What to do with a recalled product: refunds, receipts, safe disposal and how to report a problem.

Is my product affected?

Compare the item in your hand with every identifier below from the official CPSC record. Only products that match the listed product and identifiers are part of this recall.

Product
Christmas Candles, 6-ounce
Company
Blue Star Candles, L.P., of Lubbock, Texas
Quantity
About 18,000
Recall date
March 11, 2003
Incidents / injuries
Blue Star Candles, L.P. has received five reports of the candles burning irregularly. There have been no reports of injuries.
Agency
CPSC

Product description

The 6-ounce red Christmas candles are packaged in an 18-count box labeled "Christmas Candles." Each candle sits in a 6-ounce tin container. A label on the bottom of the candle reads in part, "Merry Christmas" with either a Santa Claus or Christmas tree printed on the candle. The candles have a cinnamon spice fragrance named Christmas Joy. Only the 6-ounce candle size is included in the recall.

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