CPSC Recall in 2007: Giftco Inc. Recalls Pine Cone Candle Sets Due to Fire Hazard

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Data Source: CPSC.

Recall Number: 07-274

Date: August 14, 2007

Product Name: Gold Pine Cone Candle Sets

Recall Description:

WASHINGTON, D.C. - In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Giftco Inc., of Vernon Hills, Ill., is voluntarily recalling about 24,000 Gold Pine Cone Candle Sets. The candles' exterior paint and coating can ignite and catch fire, igniting nearby combustibles.Name of Product: Gold Pine Cone Candle SetsUnits: About 24,000Importer: Giftco Inc., of Vernon Hills, Ill.Hazard: The candles' exterior paint and coating can ignite and catch fire, igniting nearby combustibles.Incidents/Injuries: CPSC has received one report of a flare-up with damage contained to the candle. No injuries have been reported.Description: This recall involves Gold Pine Cone Candles (set of three), Item Numbers 1240 and R1240. The item number is located on the product's packaging. The set includes three candles of different sizes that sit on a gold plate.Sold at: Christmas stores, school fundraisers, mail order, and specialty stores nationwide from September 2001 through December 2006 for between $4 and $25.Manufactured in: Hong KongRemedy: The firm is no longer in business and a remedy is no longer available. Please discard or destroy the product.

Hazard Description:

The candles' exterior paint and coating can ignite and catch fire, igniting nearby combustibles.

Consumer Action:

Remedy Type:

Dispose, No Remedy Available

Units: About 24,000

Incidents:

CPSC has received one report of a flare-up with damage contained to the candle. No injuries have been reported.

Sold At:

Christmas stores, school fundraisers, mail order, and specialty stores nationwide from September 2001 through December 2006 for between $4 and $25.

Manufactured In:

Hong Kong