CPSCJune 24, 2005

CPSC, Target Corp. Announce Recall of Birch/Bark

CPSC, Target Corp. Announce Recall of Birch/Bark Candles

Why was CPSC, Target Corp. Announce Recall of Birch/Bark recalled?

The birch and bark surrounding the candles can ignite, posing a fire and burn hazard.

What should I do if I have this product?

Consumers should return the candles to the nearest Target store to receive a gift card from Target in the amount of $15, plus applicable state taxes. Contact: For additional information, contact Target at (800) 440-0680 between 8 a.m. and 7 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.target.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
Birch and Bark Candles
Company
Target Corp., Minneapolis, Minn.
Quantity
About 256,000
Sold at
Target stores nationwide, from September 2004 through March 2005, between $6 and $15.
Recall date
June 24, 2005
Incidents / injuries
There have been 24 reports of the birch and bark candles catching fire and six reports of property damage. No injuries have been reported.
Agency
CPSC

Product description

The recalled candles were sold individually wrapped in a ribbon on a plate. This recall also includes candles sold in boxed sets of three candles under the Restore & Restyle brand. The candles are cream in color and were sold in sizes 3 by 3 inches, 3 by 6 inches, 4 by 6 inches and 6 by 6 inches.

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