CPSC Recall in 2005: CPSC, TechnoBrands Inc. Announce Recall of Rope Candles

Updated on January 18, 2026.

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Data Source: CPSC.

Recall Number: 05-559

Date: March 30, 2005

Product Name: Rope Candle

Recall Description:

The rope candle is a 20-foot coiled beeswax candle that feeds up to a scissors like clamp. The candle is lit above the clamp. The candle has an antique copper finish. It was sold under the name "Self-extinguishing Rope Candle."

Hazard Description:

The candle has a clamp that is used to extinguish the candle. The clamp does not always sever the wax close to the wick and extinguish the candle as intended. This can allow the flame to continue down into the coiled section of the candle and ignite the entire candle.

Consumer Action:

Remedy Type:

Refund

Units: About 2,000

Incidents:

TechnoBrands Inc. has received two reports of the candle continuing to burn past the point where it is supposed to extinguish. TechnoBrands, Inc. has received no reports of property damage or injury.

Sold At:

TechnoBrands Inc. doing business as FirstSTREET on their Web site and through their catalog from November 2004 through February 2005 for $49.95.

Manufactured In:

China