CPSCAugust 14, 2006

Ballard Designs Inc. Recalls Potted Candles for Fire

Ballard Designs Inc. Recalls Potted Candles for Fire Hazard

Why was Ballard Designs Inc. Recalls Potted Candles for Fire recalled?

The packaging or holder can ignite, posing a fire hazard to consumers.

What should I do if I have this product?

Consumers should stop using these candles immediately and discard them. Consumers should contact Ballard Designs for instructions on how to receive a full refund. Direct notices from Ballard Designs are being sent to consumers with the recalled candles. Contact: For more information, consumers should contact Ballard Designs at (800) 367-2810 anytime, or visit the firm's Web site at www.ballarddesigns.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
Toulon Potted Candles
Company
Ballard Designs Inc., of Atlanta, Ga.
Quantity
About 775 candles and candle sets
Sold at
Ballard Designs' Web site and through its toll-free number from May 2006 through June 2006 for about $35 for set of four candles and $69 for the large candle.
Recall date
August 14, 2006
Incidents / injuries
None reported.
Agency
CPSC

Product description

This recall involves Toulon potted candles that were sold individually and as a set. The larger, citronella-scented single candles were sold in cream, green and terracotta. Candles sold as a set include four smaller candles with cream or green pots and were sold in citronella and unscented. Item numbers involved in the recall are AW058 (single) and AW057 (set). The pots have a raised floral and garland design.

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