Recalls / 2002-01-24

CPSC and Value City, Schottenstein Stores Announce Recall of Gel Candle Kits

02089 · Recalled 2002-01-24 · CPSC page

Description

The Gel Candles kit includes four bags of gel chips in bright colors, wicks, glitter, two glass holders, and two plastic candleholders. The candleholders are in the shapes of a bumblebee and a dragonfly, or a tulip and a daisy. The gel is scented in fruit flavors. The kits have model numbers "3041" or "3042" written on the box. Other writing on the box includes, "Express Ways!™ Gel Candles." "Scent- sational Colored Gel!" and "AGES 8 AND OLDER."

Hazards

When burned, the gel candle can melt the plastic candleholders included with the kit, posing a fire hazard to consumers.

Reported injuries

CPSC has received two reports of consumers claiming the plastic candleholder melted and started a fire. One report involved substantial damage to the consumer's home, and a consumer reportedly suffered burns to his hands and feet. The other report involved minor damage to furniture.

Remedy

Consumers should stop using these candles immediately and return them to the store where purchased, for a refund.

Products

Name	Model	Units
Children's Gel Candle Kits		2,300

Parties

Distributor: Value City and Schottenstein stores, of Columbus, Ohio
Sold at: Value City, Schottenstein discount sold these gel candle kits, from July 2001 through December 2001, for about $4.

Consumer contact

For more information, call Value City at (888) 870-9181 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or go to the firm's web site at www.valuecity.com

Source: CPSC recall 02089. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.