CPSCDecember 7, 2010

Silver Metallic Pillar Candles Sold Exclusively at Bed recall

Silver Metallic Pillar Candles Sold Exclusively at Bed Bath & Beyond Stores Recalled By General Wax & Candle Company Due to Fire Hazard

Why was Silver Metallic Pillar Candles Sold Exclusively at Bed recalled?

The metallic paint on the candles can ignite, posing a risk of fire.

What should I do if I have this product?

Consumers should stop using the recalled candles and return them to any Bed Bath and Beyond store or contact General Wax and Candle for a full refund. Contact: For additional information, contact General Wax and Candle at (800) 543-0642 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT, Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's website atwww.generalwaxbbbrefund.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 lot, UPC or model codes are part of this recall.

Which lot codes, UPCs or models are affected?

UPC: 886718560827, 886718560926

Product
Silver Metallic Pillar Candles
Company
General Wax & Candle Company, of North Hollywood, Calif.
Quantity
About 12,000
Sold at
Bed Bath and Beyond stores nationwide from October 2010 through November 2010 for between $8 and $10.
Recall date
December 7, 2010
Incidents / injuries
None reported.
Agency
CPSC

Product description

This recall involves metallic pillar candles sold in two sizes: 2.8 by 4 inches and 2.8 by 6 inches. "Metallic Pillar Candle" and UPC code 886718560827 or 886718560926 is printed on the bottom of the candles' plastic wrapping.

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