CPSC Recall in 2005: CPSC, Target Announce Recall of Tea Light Candles

Updated on January 18, 2026.

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Data Source: CPSC.

Recall Number: 06-024

Date: November 08, 2005

Product Name: Home® Brand Tea Light Candles

Recall Description:

The recalled tea light candles were sold in the following six different scents/colors.- Coastal Mist (Blue)- Wild Currant (Red)- Sandalwood (Brown)- Tahitian Vanilla (Ivory)- Sonoma Pear (Green)- Jasmine (White)The tea light candles measure 1 inch wide by inch high. Each of the candles comes in a plastic holder. They were sold 12 candles to a box. "Home" and "Tea lights" are printed on the top of the box. "Distributed by Target Corporation" and the name of the candle scent are printed on the bottom of the box.

Hazard Description:

The recalled candles can burn with a high flame and melt the plastic holders. This poses a fire hazard and a burn hazard to consumers.

Consumer Action:

Remedy Type:

Refund

Units: About 290,000

Incidents:

Target has received reports of 33 incidents, some involving minor property damage. There have been two reports of minor injuries, including a finger cut and a cheek burn from hot wax.

Sold At:

Exclusively at Target stores nationwide from March 2005 through September 2005 for about $3.

Manufactured In:

China