CPSCFebruary 8, 2005

CPSC, Deb Shops Announce Recall of Decorative

CPSC, Deb Shops Announce Recall of Decorative Candleholders

Why was CPSC, Deb Shops Announce Recall of Decorative recalled?

The hook or handle of the candleholder can overheat and break, causing the lit candle to fall out and pose a fire hazard.

What should I do if I have this product?

Consumers should stop using the candleholder immediately and return it to the nearest Deb Shops retail store for a full refund. Contact: Contact Deb Shops Inc. at (800) 332-7467 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET.

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
Decorative Candleholder
Company
Horn Sing Ind. Company Ltd., of Taipei, Taiwan, Deb Shops Inc., of Philadelphia, Pa.
Quantity
About 48,000
Sold at
Deb Shops retail stores nationwide from November 2001 through November 2004 for about $13.
Recall date
February 8, 2005
Incidents / injuries
Deb Shops has received two reports of the metal candleholder burning through, causing the candle to fall and burn a small rug area. No injuries have been reported.
Agency
CPSC

Product description

This recall involves moon, dolphin and fish themed candleholders. The decorative candleholders are about 9 inches tall with a metal bucket that sits suspended from a hook. A votive candle sits inside the bucket.

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