CPSC Recall in 2007: Birch Bark Wrapped Candles Recalled by Roost Due to Fire Hazard

WASHINGTON, D.C. - In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Gate Five Group LLC, d.b.a. Roost, of Sausalito, Calif., is voluntarily recalling about 1,200 Birch Bark Wrapped Candles. The bark wrapping of the candle can ignite when the candle burns down, posing a fire hazard.Name of Product: Birch Bark Wrapped CandlesUnits: About 1,200Importer: Gate Five Group LLC, d.b.a. Roost, of Sausalito, Calif.Hazard: The bark wrapping of the candle can ignite when the candle burns down, posing a fire hazard.Incidents/Injuries: The firm has received three reports of the birch bark wrapping igniting as the candle burned down. No injuries or property damage have been reported.Description: This recall involves the following Roost birch bark wrapped candles. The center of the candle is white and the sides are covered with brown birch bark. "Roost" and the item number can be found on the box. "Roost" can also be found on the warning label on the bottom of the candle.Item NumberSize (Inches)CN5014-1/2 x 4-1/2CN5027 x 6CN5037 x 9CN50412 x 3Sold by: Specialty retailers nationwide from September 2007 through October 2007 for between $20 and $80.Manufactured in: ChinaRemedy: Consumers should stop using the candles immediately and return them to the place of purchase for a full refund or call Roost for product pickup and a full refund.Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Roost collect at (415) 339-9500 ext. 212 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's website at www.roostco.com.  

The bark wrapping of the candle can ignite when the candle burns down, posing a fire hazard.

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The firm has received three reports of the birch bark wrapping igniting as the candle burned down. No injuries or property damage have been reported.

Specialty retailers nationwide from September 2007 through October 2007 for between $20 and $80.

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